Ringwalk: Main card starts at 8:00 PM ET; ring walks for co-main estimated around 10:00-11:00 PM ET)
Venue: Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida, USA
Broadcast: Netflix (live global stream, co-main event on Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua card)
Weight Class: Super Featherweight (130 lbs, 12 rounds x 3 minutes – notable for women’s boxing equality push)
Titles on the Line: Baumgardner’s WBA, WBO, IBF, and The Ring super featherweight championships
Unified super featherweight champion Alycia “The Bomb” Baumgardner defends her titles against Canadian challenger Leila Beaudoin in a high-profile co-main event. Baumgardner, a former undisputed queen who vacated the WBC belt in pursuit of 3-minute rounds, faces a durable, technically sound contender stepping up for her first world title shot. This matchup highlights women’s boxing on one of 2025’s biggest cards, with Baumgardner’s power and experience clashing against Beaudoin’s volume and movement.
Fighter Records
Alycia Baumgardner (USA): 16-1-0 (7 KOs, 43.8% KO rate)
Leila Beaudoin (Canada): 13-1-0 (2 KOs, ~15% KO rate)
Recent Form
Alycia Baumgardner (Active and dominant; decisions in last 5 official wins): The 31-year-old has been a top-level fixture, most recently outpointing Jennifer Miranda via unanimous decision (July 2025 at Madison Square Garden). She’s gone the distance in recent bouts but showcased sharp footwork, head movement, and accurate power shots. Baumgardner has faced elite competition, including stoppage wins over Terri Harper and others, and looks sharp in open workouts ahead of this defense.
Leila Beaudoin (On 4-fight win streak): The 29-year-old from Quebec impressed with a sixth-round TKO over Elhem Mekhaled (June 2025), defending her regional title. She’s disciplined with strong amateur roots, relying on movement, jabs, and high volume. Her only loss came early in her pro career; recent wins show growth in finishing ability and ring generalship.
Injury Report / Status
No reported injuries for either fighter. Both appeared in excellent spirits during media workouts and press conferences. Baumgardner weighed in at 129.2 lbs, Beaudoin at 130 lbs—comfortably making weight with no issues. Full health expected; Baumgardner has maintained consistent activity without major setbacks recently.
Key Fighter Matchups – Styles & Physical Advantages:
Height/Reach: Baumgardner (5’6″, 66″ reach) edges Beaudoin (5’4-5’5″, shorter reach), aiding distance control and overhand rights.
Power vs. Chin: Baumgardner’s superior power (7 KOs, emphatic stoppages in past) vs. Beaudoin’s durability (rarely hurt, goes distance often).
Style Clash: Both orthodox. Baumgardner is a boxer-puncher with lateral movement, sharp jab, and devastating right hand—excels at mid-range counters and setting traps. Beaudoin is a high-volume mover who pressures intelligently, digs body shots, and uses steady jabs/hooks to outwork opponents. Expect Baumgardner to control range early with footwork; Beaudoin to push forward and seek exchanges inside.
Experience Edge: Baumgardner has faced higher opposition and championship pressure; Beaudoin steps up to elite level for the first time.
X-Factor: 3-minute rounds favor Baumgardner’s power accumulation; big-stage lights could test Beaudoin’s composure.
This is their first meeting—no prior fight history.
Betting Trends
Sharps leaning Over rounds and Baumgardner by decision, citing Beaudoin’s durability and Baumgardner’s recent points wins (last 5 official fights to distance). Trends from analogs: Champions like Baumgardner often decision durable challengers in title defenses; women’s title fights frequently go over in technical matchups.
FIGHT ODDS
Alycia Baumgardner – 1250
Leila Beaudoin + 700
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, December 18, 2025
