Alycia Baumgardner promoter discusses upcoming title fight and future plans

Promoter Nakisa Bidarian has dubbed Alycia Baumgardner the new face of women’s boxing in light of recent retirements in the sport. Baumgardner is set to challenge unbeaten Elif Nur Turhan for the IBF lightweight title on Sunday. Bidarian highlighted Baumgardner's ambition to face top opponents instead of easing into the lightweight division. He also hinted at a potential future clash with Caroline Dubois, who is also undefeated, saying the matchup is likely within 12 to 18 months. Baumgardner's recent controversies, including a provisional suspension due to a positive drug test, have been resolved in her favor.

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