Alycia Baumgardner successfully defended her unified junior lightweight championships, earning a unanimous decision victory over the determined challenger Bo Mi Re Shin. Even though she kept her titles, Baumgardner is already setting her sights on future marquee matchups with boxing stars Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. From the opening bell, the American fighter entered the arena as the clear favorite, and that confidence translated into a commanding performance. Shin, however, proved to be a resilient opponent, mounting a spirited comeback in the middle rounds.
In both the sixth and seventh rounds she pressed forward, throwing a flurry of punches and testing Baumgardner’s defensive skills. Despite Shin’s aggression, she was unable to land the volume and precision needed to sway the judges, and Baumgardner’s technical superiority remained evident throughout the bout.
The judges’ scorecards reflected Baumgardner’s dominance, with two judges scoring the fight 98-92 and the third 99-91 in her favor. While the victory added another win to her record—now standing at 18 victories and a single loss—her long‑standing knockout drought persisted, as she has yet to secure a knockout in her last five years of competition. After the final bell, Baumgardner addressed the crowd with a mixture of confidence and humility. "Listen, three minutes, ten rounds, on my period, baby stop playing with me," she quipped, underscoring her readiness to endure the full length of a championship fight.
She added, "I’m feeling comfortable, it’s an adjustment every time. Three minutes is a long time, so I’m still learning and growing.
I don’t know everything and I’m okay with that. You just go back and keep getting better." Her remarks highlighted a mindset focused on continual improvement rather than complacency. Baumgardner’s ambition extends beyond defending her current belts. She openly expressed interest in taking on two of the sport’s most celebrated fighters.
"Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, what’s up," she said, signaling that she is eager to step into the ring with either of them. When asked about a potential bout with British prospect Caroline Dubois—who had previously challenged Baumgardner—she dismissed the idea with a vivid metaphor, stating, "I’m a piranna, that’s a guppy, get her out of here." This colorful comment illustrated her belief that she belongs in a higher weight class and that Dubois is not yet at her level. If a showdown with Taylor materializes, it could happen soon. Negotiations are reportedly underway for Taylor’s retirement fight, which she hopes to stage at the iconic Croke Park in Dublin.
Such a high‑profile event would likely attract massive global attention and could cement Baumgardner’s status as a top‑tier contender in the women's lightweight division. The night also featured a dramatic upset in the super‑middleweight division. Lani Daniels, a former IBF and WBO champion, delivered a stunning ninth‑round knockout against Shadasia Green.
The bout had been competitive up to the eighth round, with Green landing heavy, effective punches and appearing to be in control. However, by the end of the eighth, Green showed signs of fatigue, and the momentum shifted dramatically. When the ninth round began, Daniels unleashed a rapid barrage of shots that overwhelmed Green.
Referee Eric Dalo was forced to intervene at 32 seconds into the round, awarding Daniels a technical knockout. The victory not only gave Daniels the IBF, WBO, and Ring super middleweight titles but also marked her as a three‑division world champion, a rare achievement that underscores her versatility and skill across weight classes. The aftermath of the fight was sobering.
Green, visibly in pain, was helped to her corner and then placed on a stretcher for medical evaluation. She was subsequently taken to a hospital for further testing, while Daniels expressed concern for her opponent, wishing her a swift recovery during a post‑fight interview. Daniels also took the opportunity to thank her worldwide fan base for their unwavering support.
Overall, the event showcased Baumgardner’s continued dominance in the junior lightweight ranks, her strategic focus on future high‑profile matchups, and the unpredictable nature of boxing, where a single punch can dramatically alter a fighter’s career trajectory. As Baumgardner looks ahead to potential clashes with Taylor or Serrano, the boxing community will be watching closely, eager to see whether she can translate her confidence and technical prowess into victories against the sport’s elite.