Women’s Boxing Heats Up: Analysis of the Most Anticipated Fights
The women’s boxing calendar is filling up with exciting title fights, featuring prominent names like Alycia Baumgardner, Bo Mi Re Shin, Stephanie Han, and Holly Holm. These bouts are part of the Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) platform, which recently announced a multi-year broadcast agreement with ESPN.
Alycia Baumgardner: The New Face of Women’s Boxing?
Alycia Baumgardner, seen as one of the emerging figures in women’s boxing, has a promising future in the 130 and 135 pound categories. A possible rematch with Terri Harper, whom Baumgardner knocked out in 2021, is an option. However, Harper has a significant challenge ahead as she faces Caroline Dubois in a lightweight unification fight in London on April 5, where the winner could establish herself as the rival to beat at 135 pounds.
Baumgardner will have the opportunity to shine as the headliner on April 17 against Bo Mi Re Shin, defending her WBO, IBF, and WBA junior lightweight titles at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York. Shin proved to be a formidable opponent for Caroline Dubois in March 2025, losing by majority decision.
Baumgardner has the charisma, youth, and skill to lead MVP’s women’s boxing. Her knockout power, demonstrated in her 2021 victory over Terri Harper, and her constantly evolving skill, which earned her an impressive victory over Mikaela Mayer in 2022 to unify three junior lightweight world titles, make her an attractive figure. Despite already being the undisputed champion at 130 pounds, she must now prove her worth at the moment of greatest exposure.
Should Dubois vs. Harper Unify or Wait for Baumgardner?
While being the undisputed champion is a prestigious achievement, a fight against Baumgardner could be more lucrative for the winner of the Dubois vs. Harper clash in London on April 5th. Dubois, WBC lightweight champion, faces Harper, WBO title holder, in the most important fight of her career so far.A fight against Baumgardner would be more relevant than facing other lightweight champions. Harper, with more experience than Dubois, could prioritize a rematch with Baumgardner, who knocked her out in November 2021.
Is Shadasia Green vs. Claressa Shields the Most Important Fight?
Shadasia Green, unified super middleweight champion, could star in a mega fight against Claressa Shields, but first she must overcome Lani Daniels. The platform offered by MVP, with broadcasts on ESPN and Netflix, could boost this fight on a large scale. The rivalry between both boxers, with Green’s power contrasting with Shields’ skills, adds a special appeal. Green will face Lani Daniels on April 17, and if she wins, she could challenge Shields.
Ellie Scotney Seeks Unification
Ellie Scotney, 27, could become the youngest undisputed champion in UK history if she defeats Mayelli Flores, WBA junior featherweight champion, to unify the four major titles in London on April 5. Scotney, WBC, IBF and WBO champion, had good wins in 2025, positioning her as one of the best boxers.
Holly Holm and Stephanie Han: What’s at Stake?
Holly Holm, a member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, will face Stephanie Han in a rematch on May 30 in El Paso, Texas. Holm, who returned to boxing after 12 years, lost by technical decision to Han in their first encounter. Holm, 44, has a difficult task ahead, as Han is nine years younger and the current WBA lightweight champion.For Han, a victory over Holm would be a major step forward for her reputation. In a division that includes champions like Terri Harper and Caroline Dubois, Han would have interesting options to unify the titles.
Chantelle Cameron and the Possibility of a Fight with Katie Taylor?
Chantelle Cameron is on the list of potential rivals for Katie Taylor this summer, but securing a third fight against Taylor is not guaranteed. Taylor, who is looking for a final fight, could face Lauren Price, who has received an offer to fight Taylor this year.Cameron, who will face Michaela Kotaskova for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title in London on April 5, is the only boxer to have defeated Taylor in the professional arena. A third fight could be the most important match for Taylor.
