Dubois Fires Back At Baumgardner After Disrespectful Jab

Caroline Dubois says Alycia Baumgardner crossed a line with recent comments and has mapped out a path to face the American in 2027.

The British lightweight, according to ESPN, called Baumgardner's recent remarks "disrespectful" and outlined the steps she plans to take before pursuing the matchup. Dubois told the outlet she expects to build toward the fight over the next two years.

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Dubois Plans Route To Baumgardner Showdown

Baumgardner, a former unified featherweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super featherweight champion, has traded words with Dubois in recent months. The Brit said those exchanges went too far and that she intends to settle the matter in the ring when the timing aligns. "Disrespectful," Dubois told ESPN when asked about Baumgardner's tone.

Dubois, who holds the IBO lightweight title, is targeting at least one more significant outing before chasing the Baumgardner collision. The 2027 timeline suggests she wants to sharpen her credentials at 135 pounds before stepping up to what would be her biggest payday.

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Baumgardner has not publicly responded to the timeline or the accusation. Dubois's next ring date has not been confirmed.

Reported via:

• ESPN Boxing — Dubois: Baumgardner 'disrespectful', eyes '27 clash