Caroline Dubois: A New Champion in the Making

Caroline Dubois has carved a path that echoes the bold steps of Ronda Rousey and Serena Williams. In her early years, she disguised herself as a boy to train in boxing because girls were barred from the sport. This daring move paid off, leading her to a gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympics and participation in the Tokyo 2020 Games. Within just two years as a pro, Dubois captured the WBC lightweight title in 2024. Frustrated by slow progress, she joined Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions and fought on the undercard of the Paul‑vs‑Anthony Joshua bout in Miami. The lead‑up saw her spar with Alycia Baumgardner, a clash that drew unexpected attention. Dubois now faces Terri Harper for the unified lightweight titles, a fight that will be broadcast on Sky Sports and ESPN. Her record stands at 12 wins, one loss, and five knockouts. She believes her future impact will extend beyond the ring, aiming to shape women’s boxing for generations.

Growing up with few female role models in the sport, Dubois cites Ronda Rousey as a pioneer who broke barriers in combat sports. She also admires tennis greats Serena and Venus Williams, who redefined women’s roles in their field. Dubois sees herself as the next figure to inspire and transform boxing, describing her ambition as a blend of athletic excellence and entertainment. MVP co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian praises Dubois’ confidence, passion, and potential to become “the Ronda of women’s boxing. ” She expects that in the next three or four years, with impressive finishes, Dubois could achieve this status. Dubois stresses authenticity; she believes that by being the best athlete she can be, others will naturally look up to her. Trainer Shane McGuigan highlights Dubois’ unconventional upbringing, noting that she only attended school for a year but has grown both personally and professionally. Family tensions, including a split with her brother Daniel and father, have challenged her, yet McGuigan sees these hardships as sources of resilience. As she continues to rise, Dubois remains determined that her legacy will mirror the trailblazing impact of Rousey and Serena, proving that a new champion can indeed be forged.

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