Unified champion Alycia Baumgardner has publicly dismissed challenger Caroline Dubois, characterizing the undefeated Brit as a "guppy" and "puppy," while urging her to "take your time" in her burgeoning career. The exchange, which has escalated into a vocal feud, saw Dubois call out Baumgardner following her recent victories, pushing for a year-end unification bout.
Baumgardner, who holds titles in the junior lightweight division, and WBC lightweight champion Dubois have traded barbs across multiple public platforms. This verbal sparring intensified when both fighters appeared on the undercard of the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua event on December 19, 2025. Baumgardner, 31, acknowledged Dubois's hunger as a fighter but cautioned the 24-year-old against rushing into a high-stakes confrontation.
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In a recent turn, Dubois directly accused Baumgardner of using performance-enhancing drugs. These allegations surfaced after Dubois's latest win, where she addressed Baumgardner's prior remarks and the possibility of a future fight. Dubois suggested Baumgardner has not performed the same since a past failed drug test. Baumgardner, who has a professional record of 17 wins and 1 loss, has yet to directly respond to these specific accusations.
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"She can say what she wants, but she’s failed for a reason.” - Caroline Dubois
Dubois's camp views a potential bout with Baumgardner as the "biggest fight in women's boxing," a sentiment echoed by analysts who see significant promotional value in such a matchup. Dubois is currently slated to face Terri Harper on April 5, 2026, a fight that could further elevate her standing in the sport.
Baumgardner, based in Ohio, last fought on December 20, 2025, defeating Leila Beaudoin by unanimous decision to defend her unified super-featherweight titles. This bout was also part of the undercard for the Paul-Joshua event. Prior to that, Baumgardner had secured titles by defeating Mikaela Mayer. Dubois, with a professional record of 12 wins and 1 draw, has been actively seeking unification opportunities at lightweight.
The persistent back-and-forth between the two boxers highlights a growing tension, fueled by Dubois's ambition and Baumgardner's experience-laden caution. The potential for a high-profile showdown continues to be a talking point within the women's boxing landscape.
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