It was supposed to be a showcase—but Bo Mi Re Shin had other plans. What unfolded was a relentless, high-paced battle that pushed Alycia Baumgardner to dig deep, respond under pressure, and prove exactly why she sits at the top of women’s boxing.
Ten rounds of technical brilliance and relentless pressure best describe the super featherweight battle between Alycia Baumgardner and Bo Mi Re Shin. “The Bomb” and Shin elevated women’s boxing, competing over ten three-minute rounds instead of the standard two—resulting in sustained, high-level exchanges and a consistent display of grit from both fighters.
Baumgardner came out on the attack from the opening bell, snapping sharp jabs and fast right hands to Shin’s head. While Shin absorbed a significant amount early, she weathered the storm and responded with strong combinations late in the opening round. Still, Baumgardner’s output over the first two and a half minutes clearly set the tone.
Through the first six rounds, a pattern emerged. Baumgardner showcased her superior athleticism, gliding in and out while landing crisp left-right combinations. As the rounds progressed, Shin began finding success, digging left hands and hooks to the body. But each time Shin gained momentum, Baumgardner answered like a champion—firing back with sharp, punishing combinations. Her disciplined jab consistently disrupted Shin’s attempts to close the distance.
Round seven delivered one of the fight’s most electric moments. Fatigue began to set in, and both fighters engaged at close range, trading uppercuts and combinations. Shin landed a clean left-right sequence and followed with effective body work, but Baumgardner responded with authority—connecting with a heavy right hand that shifted momentum. As the round closed, both fighters stood their ground, exchanging in a crowd-pleasing finish.
Sensing the moment, the crowd’s energy surged—and the fighters responded. The final three rounds turned into a fierce, back-and-forth battle. Shin landed heavy shots to both the head and body, testing Baumgardner’s resolve. At times, the crowd held its breath. But Baumgardner’s championship composure and conditioning proved decisive. She consistently answered Shin’s best work with sharp two- and three-punch combinations, maintaining control when it mattered most.
In the end, both fighters earned a standing ovation. But the result was clear. Alycia Baumgardner retained her titles with a decisive unanimous decision victory, with scores of 98-92, 98-92, and 99-91—delivering a performance that reinforced her place at the top of the sport.
By Chris Williams/Cboxinginfo
