The upcoming boxing match between Caroline Veyre and Delfine Persoon is set for February 10, 2026, as the co-main event on a Salita Promotions card headlined by Joshua Pagan vs. Bryan Jimenez. This 10-round bout will contest the vacant WBC women’s super featherweight title (130 lbs), which was relinquished by Alycia Baumgardner in September 2025.
The fight takes place at GLC Live at 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The event will be streamed live on DAZN, with the full card starting in the afternoon or early evening; the co-main event ringwalk for Veyre vs. Persoon is expected around 10:00 PM EST (7:00 PM PST).
Injury Report
There are no confirmed injuries reported for either fighter heading into this bout. Delfine Persoon’s most recent fight in September 2024 ended in a no-contest due to an accidental head clash against Alycia Baumgardner, which reportedly led to some post-fight issues, including tears in her biceps and elbow.
However, Persoon has since recovered and prepared for this title shot, with no updates indicating lingering problems. Caroline Veyre has been active without any noted setbacks in her recent outings.
Fighter Matchups
This is the first meeting between Veyre and Persoon, adding an element of unpredictability to the matchup. Veyre (10-1-0, 0 KOs), a 37-year-old French-born Canadian based in Montreal, brings a strong amateur pedigree, having represented Canada at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and facing elite talents like Katie Taylor, Mikaela Mayer, and Kellie Harrington in her unpaid career.
She’s known for her technical boxing, footwork, and endurance, but lacks knockout power, with all her wins coming by decision.
Persoon (50-3-0, 20 KOs), a 41-year-old Belgian veteran, has been a professional since 2009 and is a former WIBA and WBC lightweight champion. She’s aggressive, high-volume puncher with solid power (40% KO rate), but her age and recent no-contest could be factors. Persoon has faced top competition, including two close losses to Katie Taylor in 2019 and 2020.
The stylistic clash favors Persoon’s experience and pressure against Veyre’s boxing IQ and movement. At super featherweight, both have weighed in around 125-130 lbs in recent fights, so no major size disparity is expected.
Recent Form
Caroline Veyre
Veyre is on a three-fight winning streak since her lone professional loss, showing steady improvement in title eliminators.
Her recent performances highlight her ability to outbox opponents over distance:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Notes |
| July 26, 2025 | Licia Boudersa | Win | UD (10 rounds) | Won vacant WBC Silver female featherweight title; dominant performance in Detroit. |
| December 12, 2024 | Gabriela Bouvier | Win | UD (10 rounds) | Won WBC female featherweight International title; controlled with jab and movement. |
| February 2, 2025 | Carmen Vargas | Win | UD (8 rounds) | Solid outing in Flint, MI; built confidence post-loss. |
| September 2024 | Joana Chavarria Lopez | Loss | UD (10 rounds) | Outpointed by experienced Mexican; Veyre’s only pro setback. |
Veyre’s form emphasizes volume and defense, with 86 professional rounds boxed overall.
Delfine Persoon
Persoon enters with a six-win streak interrupted by a no-contest, maintaining her status as a durable volume puncher.
Her recent fights show resilience but also vulnerability in big spots:
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Notes |
| September 27, 2024 | Alycia Baumgardner | No Contest | NC (4 rounds) | Stopped due to accidental head clash; Persoon was competitive early. |
| June 2025 | Ana Maria Lozano | Win | N/A | Solid victory in Oostende, Belgium; kept active post-NC. |
| July 3, 2021 | Elena Gradinar | Win | UD (10 rounds) | Older fight, but part of her post-Taylor rebound; dominant decision. |
| August 22, 2020 | Katie Taylor | Loss | UD (10 rounds) | Close rematch for undisputed lightweight title; Persoon’s last defeat. |
Persoon has boxed 367 professional rounds, giving her a massive edge in experience.
Fight History
Veyre’s professional career spans just 11 fights since debuting in 2022, with a focus on building toward titles after a decorated amateur run (including Olympic experience).
Her history shows progression from short bouts to 10-rounders, emphasizing points boxing without stoppages.
Persoon’s 53-fight career (since 2009) includes holding the WBC lightweight title from 2014-2019, with notable defenses and high-profile losses only to elite opponents like Taylor.
Her third loss was in 2011 early in her career. She’s 20-0 in fights since her second Taylor loss, excluding the NC.
FIGHT ODDS
Caroline Veyre + 130
Delfine Persoon – 150
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, February 9, 2025
