Caroline Dubois has made it clear that her upcoming bout against Amelia Moore on Saturday is more than just another defense – it is a statement to the rest of the lightweight division that she is "coming for the belts." The British champion will step back into the ring at MVPW-06, held at the bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham, with the event being broadcast live on Sky Sports as part of the undercard for the highly anticipated Chantelle Cameron versus Mikaela Mayer clash. Dubois enters the fight with an unblemished professional record and the WBC and WBO junior‑lightweight titles firmly around her waist.
While she is eager to preserve that unbeaten streak, she is equally vocal about her broader ambition: to unify the entire lightweight division and become the undisputed champion. In a candid interview with Sky Sports, she explained her mindset, saying, "I always think about what's next. I set small, big and massive goals and give each a timeline. The biggest timeline for me is becoming undisputed.
We have two more champions in the division – Stephanie Han and Elif Nur Turhan – and whichever fight makes sense, I will go after it." Dubois emphasized that she does not need to announce herself – "I've already been announced" – but she wants to cement her status by proving she is the rightful holder of multiple world titles. "It's about sending a message to the rest of the 135‑pounders that the queen is in town and this is what's up – I'm coming for the belts!" she added, underscoring her confidence and determination.
The pre‑fight buildup has been intense. When Dubois and Moore faced each other for a stare‑down on Tuesday, the atmosphere was electric. Moore, a seasoned amateur who spent three Olympic cycles on the international stage before turning pro, tried to project an unshakeable demeanor. Dubois, however, seemed unfazed, recalling their shared history from amateur camps in Colorado and noting that she had been tracking Moore's progress for years.
"These are my belts, I've worked very hard for them and Amelia Moore isn't going to do anything to take them from me," Dubois said. She added that she remembered Moore from the amateur ranks, watched her turn professional, and now was ready to test her in the ring. Dubois also described the fight as a chance to simply enjoy herself and showcase her skills without the weight of expectation.
"This is my time to shine, there's no pressure, just excitement. I can't wait to go out there and perform and have fun," she explained. She promised a performance that would be reminiscent of her earlier, more aggressive style: "We're going to see vintage Caroline Dubois and we're going to see complete domination.
I'm not going to focus too much on getting the stoppage; I'm just going to focus on going out there and having fun. I just know I'm going to go out there and do my thing, which is going to look very good and very exciting – body shots, head shots, aggressive attacks – vintage Dubois." One of the most intriguing storylines surrounding the event is the presence of unified junior‑lightweight champion Alycia Baumgardner at ringside.
Baumgardner, who has previously challenged Dubois to prove herself before earning a fight, will be watching from the sidelines. When Dubois learned that Baumgardner would be in the arena, she reacted with genuine enthusiasm: "I didn't know that. Is that true?
I need to see her – this is great. I'm going to go to the gym with a smile on my face. I'm very excited – I can't wait!" Dubois used the opportunity to discuss the nature of rivalries in boxing, especially in the women's game. She noted that it is rare to find female fighters who are bold enough to proclaim, "I believe I'm going to take your head off your shoulders and I am the best in the division." She named herself, Baumgardner and Claressa Shields as the only women currently willing to make such confident statements.
Despite the excitement, Dubois did not shy away from criticizing Baumgardner for what she perceives as a cautious approach to matchmaking. She accused the American champion of playing it safe after a loss, suggesting that Baumgardner prefers to fight aging veterans like Amanda Serrano or Katie Taylor rather than taking on the "big dogs" in the division. "I just want to fight the best.
I have no issues – I believe in myself and I back myself, I just want it," Dubois asserted. She reiterated that her ultimate goal is to be involved in the biggest, most thrilling fights, and she sees a showdown with Baumgardner as a perfect next step.
Baumgardner is slated to move up to lightweight to challenge Elif Nur Turhan for the IBF title on November 8, a move that could set the stage for a blockbuster clash with Dubois later in the year. The potential for a unification bout between Dubois and Baumgardner adds an extra layer of intrigue to the August 29 event.
Fans can tune in to watch MVPW‑06 live on Sky Sports, where the main card will feature the high‑profile encounter between Mikaela Mayer and Chantelle Cameron, alongside Dubois's title defense. The event promises a mix of technical skill, raw power, and the kind of confidence that fuels the sport’s biggest narratives. In summary, Caroline Dubois approaches the Moore fight not merely as a title defense but as a stepping stone toward her ultimate ambition of undisputed supremacy in the lightweight division. She is determined to protect her belts, deliver an entertaining performance, and send a clear message to every contender in the 135‑pound class: the queen is here, and she intends to claim every crown that belongs to her weight class.