Alycia Baumgardner, the unified super-featherweight champion, is setting her sights on high-profile bouts against prominent figures in women’s boxing. She has her goals firmly set on facing champions Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, and Mikaela Mayer.
Alycia Baumgardner Targets Major Fights
Baumgardner, an American boxer, expressed her eagerness to engage in what she termed “the biggest fights.” While she acknowledges Britain’s Caroline Dubois, she believes Dubois is not yet prepared for such a challenging matchup. “Is she hungry? Absolutely. Am I ducking smoke? No,” Baumgardner stated. She emphasized her commitment to fighting formidable opponents.
Upcoming Defense Against Bo Mi Re Shin
Before pursuing battles with Taylor, Serrano, or Mayer, Baumgardner’s immediate focus is on her upcoming match. She will be defending her WBA, WBO, and IBF super-featherweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin. This bout will take place at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York.
- Date: Saturday morning
- Location: Madison Square Garden Theater, New York
- Broadcast: Live on Sky Sports
Baumgardner is determined to bring her most aggressive and focused self to this fight. “I’m hungrier, and I’m meaner, and I’m just sharper,” she asserted. She also aims to showcase her ability to excel in three-minute rounds, enhancing her performance on fight night.
Bo Mi Re Shin’s Ambition
Shin is also preparing for the match with clear intentions of her own. “Alycia was my goal. She has always been,” Shin remarked, emphasizing her strategy to seize Baumgardner’s titles. “I respect Baumgardner greatly; she’s a strong fighter,” she added, promising to demonstrate her perseverance in the ring.
Fans can catch the action between Alycia Baumgardner and Bo Mi Re Shin live on Sky Sports Action and Main Event starting at 3 am on Saturday morning. With both competitors displaying confidence, this matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter in the world of women’s boxing.
