Introduction to Alycia Baumgardner’s Upcoming Fight
Alycia Baumgardner, a resident of Dallas, was eager to return to the boxing ring after her Netflix debut as the co-main event to Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano III in July. Her wish was granted on Tuesday when Most Valuable Promotions announced that Baumgardner (16-1, 7 KOs) would be making a unified WBA, WBO, and IBF super featherweight world title defense at 130 pounds against Canada’s Leila Beaudoin (13-1, 2 KOs) as the co-main event to Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis on Friday, Nov. 14 in Miami at the Kesaya Center.
Baumgardner’s Statement
“I am very thankful to be getting back in the ring … fighting in front of the world on Netflix,” said Baumgardner in a statement. “Consistency is what keeps me sharp and makes me dangerous.” Baumgardner’s determination to defend her title and prove her skills in the ring is evident in her statement.
Vacating the WBC Belt
Baumgardner, now a former undisputed champion despite defending her crown in her last fight, has chosen to vacate her WBC belt as the sanctioning body does not recognize women competing under equal rules to men’s champions — 12, three-minute rounds — which will be the case when Baumgardner faces Beaudoin. “I respect the WBC and want to thank the WBC for all the support they’ve given me throughout my career. Becoming their champion was a career defining honor, and I look forward to and plan to one day fight for a WBC belt again,” Baumgardner said.
Breaking Barriers for Women’s Boxing
“For now, I am focused on continuing to break barriers for women’s boxing and showing the world that we are every bit as capable as the men when we step through those ropes.” Baumgardner’s decision to vacate her WBC belt and defend her title under equal rules is a significant step towards achieving equality in women’s boxing.
Leila Beaudoin’s Background
Beaudoin, the WBO International Super Featherweight champion, turned pro in 2019, and has won 13 of 14 career fights. In her first title defense three months ago, she made a statement, dismantling former world champion Elhem Mekhaled in six rounds. “She had a good run, but Alycia Baumgardner’s reign ends Friday, Nov. 14,” said Beaudoin in a statement. “Every great story needs a turning point — this is mine."
Additional Fights on the Netflix Card
Baumgardner-Beaudoin was one of five additional fights MVP announced for the Netflix card. Joining the main card is PBC’s WBA super lightweight world champion Gary “The Last” Russell (18-1, 17 KOs) facing Andy “Da Blade” Hiraoka (24-0, 19 KOs). In a preliminary headliner, unified super bantamweight world champion Ellie Scotney (11-0, 0 KOs) will face Mexico’s WBA world champion Mayelli Flores (13-1-1, 4 KOs). Additionally, Yokasta Valle (33-3, 10 KOs) will defend her WBC strawweight world title vs. Yadira “La Reina” Bustillos (11-1, 2 KOs), and Avious “Tha Underdog” Griffin (17-1, 16 KOs) will face Cesar “Rainman” Francis (14-2, 9 KOs).
Historic Night for Boxing
“Jake vs. Tank marks a historic night for boxing on a card stacked with champions,” said Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder and CEO of Most Valuable Promotions, in a statement. “MVP’s undisputed champ Alycia Baumgardner joins Amanda Serrano as the only champions to defend their unified titles under the same rules as men’s champions with 12, three-minute rounds in a massive statement for equality in women’s boxing.” The event is expected to be a significant milestone in the world of boxing, with several champion fighters competing on the same card.
Presale and Ticket Information
“Jake vs. Tank” marks MVP’s third live event on Netflix in the past year, following Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano III in July and Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson from AT&T Stadium last November. Presale for “Jake vs. Tank” is live now. Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. on Ticketmaster.com.
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Conclusion
Alycia Baumgardner’s upcoming fight against Leila Beaudoin is a significant event in the world of boxing, with both fighters looking to prove their skills and defend their titles. The event is expected to be a historic night for boxing, with several champion fighters competing on the same card. Baumgardner’s decision to vacate her WBC belt and defend her title under equal rules is a significant step towards achieving equality in women’s boxing.
FAQs
Q: Who is Alycia Baumgardner fighting against?
A: Alycia Baumgardner is fighting against Leila Beaudoin, the WBO International Super Featherweight champion.
Q: What is the date and location of the fight?
A: The fight is scheduled to take place on Friday, Nov. 14 in Miami at the Kesaya Center.
Q: What titles is Baumgardner defending?
A: Baumgardner is defending her unified WBA, WBO, and IBF super featherweight world titles.
Q: Why did Baumgardner vacate her WBC belt?
A: Baumgardner vacated her WBC belt because the sanctioning body does not recognize women competing under equal rules to men’s champions — 12, three-minute rounds.
Q: How can I purchase tickets for the event?
A: Presale for “Jake vs. Tank” is live now, and tickets will go on sale on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. on Ticketmaster.com.
