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On the undercard of the Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua event, four women’s world title fights took place, with Alycia Baumgardner, Caroline Dubois, Cherneka Johnson, and Yokasta Valle all successfully defending their titles, highlighting the growing prominence of women’s boxing on major global stages.
Undisputed junior lightweight champion Alycia Baumgardner tested positive for two banned substances in a voluntary anti-doping test before her July 15 fight against Christina Linardatou. Baumgardner denies ever using the substances and claims the positive result was contrary to her training ethics. Matchroom Boxing will assist in the investigation, and the WBC will launch its own investigation. Linardatou's promoter hopes for a no-contest and another opportunity for Linardatou to regain a title she lost due to pregnancy. This is the second Matchroom fighter to test positive this month, following Dillian Whyte.
Alycia Baumgardner avenged her only career defeat by defeating Christina Linardatou in a dominant ten-round, unanimous decision to retain her undisputed junior lightweight crown. Baumgardner showcased improved skills and controlled the fight from the opening bell, using her jab to set up power shots. Linardatou was unable to mount a significant offense, and Baumgardner's relentless body shots and defensive skills secured her victory. This win marks Baumgardner's ninth consecutive victory since her previous loss to Linardatou and her fourth successful defense of the junior lightweight title.