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Alycia Baumgardner Defends Titles in Historic Three-Minute Bout

4/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

On April 17, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York, Alycia Baumgardner defends the WBA, WBO, and IBF super featherweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin.
The bout introduces three-minute rounds, a format typically used for men, marking a milestone for women's boxing.
Shin seeks an upset after a recent victory over Tywarna Campbell, while Baumgardner aims to solidify her leadership in the sport.

History

Historical Context

Women's boxing has a long history, with its first recorded match in the U.S. occurring in 1876. After years of struggle for recognition, women's boxing debuted at the 2012 London Olympics, where Nicola Adams won the first gold medal. This milestone has since led to increased visibility and opportunities for female athletes, exemplified by Alycia Baumgardner's upcoming title defense at Madison Square Garden under a new three-minute round format.

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Story summary

On April 17, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York, Alycia Baumgardner defends the WBA, WBO, and IBF super featherweight titles against Bo Mi Re Shin.
The bout introduces three-minute rounds, a format typically used for men, marking a milestone for women's boxing.
Shin seeks an upset after a recent victory over Tywarna Campbell, while Baumgardner aims to solidify her leadership in the sport.

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