Alycia Baumgardner

Alycia Baumgardner, born on May 24, 1994, in Fremont, Ohio, stands at 5’6 and takes immense pride in her diverse racial and cultural heritage. With her mother being of German, Japanese, and Korean descent, and her father African-American, Baumgardner fought for the undisputed junior lightweight championship against Mekhaled. The title bout occurred on February 4, 2023, at the Hulu Theater in New York City and was aired on DAZN. In an impressive performance, Baumgardner knocked Mekhaled down twice in the third round, securing a unanimous decision victory.

In her first defense of the undisputed world super featherweight title, Baumgardner faced Christina Linardatou, a former two-time WBO female junior-welterweight champion who handed Baumgardner her sole professional loss on July 28, 2018, with a split decision win. Baumgardner avenged that loss, triumphing over Linardatou via unanimous decision.

Known for her aggressive style and formidable punching power, Baumgardner showcases an ability to dominate the ring and apply relentless pressure on her opponents. Her arsenal includes a potent jab and effective combinations, leveraging her reach advantage to dictate fight tempo. She possesses impeccable timing, adept at dodging incoming shots to set up her own strikes or deliver powerful blows. Her explosive style often drains even the most seasoned athletes, showcasing an incredible gas tank that keeps her opponents wary of knockout punches from the first round till the tenth. Baumgardner's explosive athleticism doesn't compromise her swift pivots, reflexes, footwork, or hand speed, a testament to her disciplined training regimen. She's both a technician and a powerful force. Maintaining a vigilant approach, whether her guard is up or down, Baumgardner evades shots while capitalizing on precise timing to unleash heavy hits and relentless pressure. Her unique ability to chain powerful shots resembles effortless combinations.

Baumgardner's strategy primarily involves pressing forward, aiming to land significant blows while demonstrating agility and swift footwork to evade her opponents' attacks. Her boxing expertise and knack for seizing opportunities have been pivotal to her triumphs in the ring.