Caroline Dubois is being hailed as the next great star of women’s boxing, with many insiders believing she possesses the right mix of talent, charisma and marketability to follow in the footsteps of Katie Taylor. Nakisa Bidarian, a partner at Most Valuable Promotions, made the comment after outlining Dubois’ upcoming fight schedule and the broader landscape of the sport. Taylor, Ireland’s undisputed super‑lightweight champion, will turn 40 in July and is set to close out her professional career with a final bout on September 5 in Dublin. The historic fight will see her defend the unified super‑lightweight titles against Flora Pili in what is being billed as an undisputed world title showdown.
After a storied career that has spanned more than a decade, Taylor’s retirement will mark the end of an era for women’s boxing. Just a week before Taylor’s farewell, the 22‑year‑old Dubois will step into the ring to protect her unbeaten record.
She will defend both her WBC and WBO lightweight belts against American challenger Amelia Moore on the undercard of the high‑profile Chantelle Cameron versus Mikaela Mayer clash, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The fight offers Dubois a platform to showcase her skill set to a wider audience and to demonstrate that she can thrive under the pressure of a major televised event. In an interview with Sky Sports, Bidrian explained why she believes Dubois has the "ingredients" to become the next face of the sport. "For me, the poster fighters of the sport have been Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor; the two of them have been real trailblazers," she said.
"It’s sad to see that arc transition in September for Katie, and I think Amanda probably has one more fight left after August 21. But women’s boxing has never been stronger. It’s a young sport, it became an Olympic sport in 2012 where Katie was the beneficiary, and she’s created a storied career for herself." Bidrian went on to compare Dubois to a line‑up of legendary figures, suggesting that the British prospect embodies the qualities of Taylor, Serrano, Laila Ali, Christy Martin and even mixed‑martial‑arts icon Ronda Rousey. "Caroline Dubois is one who I think has the ingredients of Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, Laila Ali, Christy Martin and Ronda Rousey all there," she asserted.
"Of course, the sport’s going to miss Katie, of course the ring is going to miss Amanda, but the sport is in a great place." The conversation then shifted to Claressa Shields, the current undisputed heavyweight champion who is widely regarded as the No. 1 pound‑for‑pound female boxer in the world. Shields’ promoter Dmitry Salita told Sky Sports that while Taylor will always be a historic figure, Shields now occupies the top spot in women’s boxing.
"That said, Claressa Shields is definitively the No. 1 pound‑for‑pound fighter in women’s boxing today," Salita said.
He highlighted Shields’ ability to sell out arenas regardless of opponent, noting that she may be the first woman in boxing history to consistently fill major venues on her own merit. Shields, a two‑time Olympic gold medallist, has already amassed an unbeaten professional record of 18‑0 across three weight classes. She is currently dropping down from heavyweight to middleweight in an effort to reclaim a world title, with a bout against Australian contender Kaye Scott scheduled for this weekend in Atlanta.
The fight is seen as a potential stepping stone toward a blockbuster clash with Britain’s own Lauren Price, the reigning three‑belt welterweight champion. Negotiations for a Shields‑Price showdown have been ongoing for months. Salita remains optimistic, saying that recent talks in Wales indicated a framework for a deal and that Shields is willing to move down to 160 pounds to make the fight happen.
"Lauren is an outstanding fighter and an Olympic gold medallist. This is one of the biggest fights that can be made in women’s boxing, and we’re confident it will happen," he told Sky Sports.
The upcoming MVPW‑06 event in Birmingham, headlined by Mikaela Mayer versus Chantelle Cameron and featuring Dubois in action, will be broadcast on August 29 via Sky Sports. The card provides a perfect illustration of the depth and excitement now present in the women’s division, with multiple title fights and rising stars sharing the spotlight. Looking ahead to 2026, the boxing calendar is already filling with marquee match‑ups across weight classes. Analysts predict that the sport will continue to benefit from the growing fan base, increased media coverage, and the emergence of new talent like Dubois.
Her blend of speed, power, and ring intelligence, combined with a marketable personality, positions her as a natural successor to Taylor’s legacy. Beyond the immediate fights, the broader context of women’s boxing is worth noting. Since its Olympic debut in 2012, the sport has experienced a surge in participation at the grassroots level, with more young women taking up the sport in gyms worldwide. Sponsorship deals, streaming platforms, and social media have amplified visibility, allowing fighters to build personal brands and connect directly with fans.
This environment creates fertile ground for athletes like Dubois to thrive, both inside and outside the ring. In summary, as Katie Taylor prepares for her final professional bout and Amanda Serrano edges toward retirement, the mantle of the sport’s most recognizable face is poised to pass to a new generation.
Caroline Dubois, with her impressive amateur pedigree, undefeated professional record and charismatic appeal, appears to have the right combination of skill, determination and market appeal to become that new ambassador. Meanwhile, established champions such as Claressa Shields continue to set the benchmark for excellence and commercial success, ensuring that women’s boxing remains a vibrant and growing segment of the global combat‑sports landscape.