Alycia Baumgardner used the Katie Taylor-Amanda Serrano trilogy stage at Madison Square Garden to deliver an electric Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) debut this past summer.
Before Jake Paul meets Anthony Joshua in a blockbuster main event, women’s boxing will command center stage. Unified super featherweight champion Alycia Baumgardner defends her titles against Canadian challenger Leila Beaudoin in a high-stakes co-main event. The 12-round clash promises pace, power, and serious implications for the division.
A Championship Fight Before the Spotlight Bout
Alycia Baumgardner enters the ring as the IBF, WBO, and WBA super featherweight champion. She brings a 16–1 record and growing star power. Across from her stands Leila Beaudoin, a fearless challenger from Canada.
The fight directly precedes the Joshua vs Paul main event. That placement reflects its importance and expected intensity. Fans should expect fireworks from the opening bell.
Tale of the Tape Shows Little Separation
On paper, the fighters look evenly matched. Baumgardner weighed in at 129.2 pounds. Beaudoin hit the 130-pound limit exactly.
Both fighters stand 5-foot-6. Baumgardner owns a slight reach edge at 66 inches. Beaudoin’s reach measures 65.5 inches.
Age offers minimal contrast. Beaudoin is 29. Baumgardner is 31. Both fight orthodox, favoring right-handed power shots.
Why the WBC Belt Is Missing
One title will not be contested. The WBC super featherweight belt is not on the line.
Baumgardner originally won the WBC belt in November 2021. She knocked out Terri Harper in England. The win announced her arrival as a dominant force.
Last year, Baumgardner vacated the WBC title voluntarily. The decision was a statement. She opposed the WBC’s refusal to allow women to fight 12 three-minute rounds, matching men’s championship standards.
Beaudoin Brings Relentless Pressure
Leila Beaudoin presents a unique challenge. Analysts describe her style as aggressive and unconventional. She did not develop through traditional boxing gyms.
Beaudoin forces pace. She throws volume punches. She shows little concern for hierarchy or reputation. That unpredictability makes her dangerous.
Baumgardner is the cleaner puncher. Nicknamed “The Bomb,” she owns seven knockouts. The fight may hinge on whether she controls distance or absorbs pressure.
Power Versus Volume Defines the Matchup
This bout shapes up as a classic contrast. Baumgardner brings precision and knockout power. Beaudoin brings stamina and forward momentum.
If Baumgardner times counters early, the fight could end suddenly. If Beaudoin sustains pressure, later rounds could favor the challenger. Conditioning and composure will matter.
Baumgardner Guards Her Private Life
Outside the ring, Baumgardner remains deliberately private. She projects confidence and star appeal publicly. Her personal relationships stay off-limits.
She has stated she is single and fully focused on boxing. Baumgardner often says she is “married to the game.” The message is clear. Boxing comes first.
Beaudoin Keeps Focus on the Ring
Beaudoin also avoids personal headlines. She centers attention on training and competition. However, she has appeared publicly with a boyfriend. Media reports identify him as Jean-Sébastien Valiant, a financial planner.
Even so, Beaudoin keeps interviews short and businesslike. Her priority remains upsetting the champion.
Why This Fight Matters
The Baumgardner vs Beaudoin bout is more than a warm-up. It showcases elite women’s boxing on a global stage. A dominant win strengthens Baumgardner’s legacy. An upset reshapes the division instantly.
Expect intensity, urgency, and statement-making moments before the night’s biggest headline fight begins.
