Baumgardner Wins Decision, Green Upset With TKO Loss

Alycia Baumgardner successfully defended her unified WBA, IBF, and WBO super featherweight titles on Friday night, April 17, 2026, defeating South Korea’s Bo Mi Re Shin by unanimous decision at the Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The 10-round bout (fought with three-minute rounds) headlined Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP) second card, broadcast on ESPN. 

Main Event: Baumgardner vs. Bo Mi Re Shin

Baumgardner entered with a record of 17-1 (7 KOs) and improved to 18-1 (7 KOs). Shin fell to 19-4-3 (10 KOs, with some reports noting slight variations in KO count). The judges scored the fight 98-92, 98-92, and 99-91 in favor of the champion; one unofficial scorecard had it 97-93 for Baumgardner. 

The contest proved competitive and physically demanding. Shin applied consistent pressure and aggression, forcing Baumgardner to dig deep into her skill set and resilience. With the longer three-minute rounds, fatigue became a factor for both fighters, turning the bout into a genuine test of endurance rather than a routine title defense. Baumgardner showcased her superior boxing IQ, footwork, and ability to control distance at times, while Shin’s heart and determination kept her in the fight, landing meaningful shots and making it uncomfortable for the champion. 

Post-fight, Baumgardner expressed ambitions toward bigger names in the women’s boxing landscape, including potential matchups with Katie Taylor or Amanda Serrano. She dismissed other potential challengers like Caroline Dubois in colorful terms, positioning herself as a dominant force at 130 pounds. Shin earned respect for her toughness, having previously gone the distance with top competition.

This victory marked another successful title retention for Baumgardner, who has established herself as one of the premier fighters in the super featherweight division. The use of three-minute rounds highlighted ongoing debates in women’s boxing about round duration—some argue it better showcases skill and strategy, especially in championship fights where fatigue reveals deeper qualities.

Co-Main Event and Key Undercard Results

The undercard delivered notable upsets and solid performances, particularly in the women’s divisions.

• Super Middleweight Titles (IBF and WBO): In a major upset, New Zealand’s Lani Daniels stopped previously unbeaten Shadasia Green via TKO in round 9. Daniels claimed the unified titles in a dramatic turnaround that highlighted the unpredictability of the sport. Green had been a strong favorite, but Daniels’ pressure and power proved decisive late in the fight. 

• Bantamweight Bout (8 rounds): Krystal Rosado (now 9-1, 2 KOs) earned a unanimous decision victory over Fernanda Reyes (who suffered her first professional loss). Scores were 79-73, 80-72, and 78-74. Rosado controlled the action with effective boxing and spirit, outworking her opponent over the distance. 

• Flyweight Bout (8 rounds): Nat Dove (now 8-0-1 or similar, improving her record) won a split decision against Maria Micheo (also reported as Maria Micheo Santizo in some accounts). Scores were 77-75, 77-75 for Dove, with the third judge scoring it 77-75 for Micheo. The close result drew some crowd disapproval, underscoring the subjective nature of scoring in tight fights. 

Additional preliminary bouts (some aired on ESPN+) included:

• Jahmal Harvey stopping Daniel Lugo via fifth-round TKO in a lightweight contest.

• Other undercard action featured fighters like Elhem Gjolena, Rosado-Ortiz variants in naming, and more, rounding out a full 10-fight card.

The event as a whole showcased depth in women’s boxing, with multiple title fights and competitive matchups that tested fighters across weight classes and experience levels.