Caroline Dubois had an impressive debut with Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions on Friday, winning against Camilla Panatta by unanimous decision. With a record of 12-0-1 and 5 knockouts, Dubois defended her WBC lightweight title in Miami, showcasing her skills and strategy throughout the fight.
All three judges scored the fight 99-90 in Dubois’s favor. Despite being out of the ring since March, she dominated from the start, landing a solid right hand early on. Her footwork and movement kept Panatta (8-3-1, 1 KO) from effectively landing punches.
By the third round, Dubois had intensified her pressure, using jabs to set up her left hand, which Panatta struggled to counter. Though Panatta tried to take the initiative at times, Dubois remained elusive, displaying her boxing prowess.
In round six, Dubois landed a powerful right hand that dropped Panatta. After that, she maintained her strategy, showing discipline rather than rushing for a knockout. Trainer Shane McGuigan urged her to finish strong in the final round, and while a stoppage didn’t happen, she ended the fight with another strong punch.
Meanwhile, Cherneka Johnson successfully defended her undisputed bantamweight title against Amanda Galle. Johnson, with a record of 19-2 and 8 KOs, won with scores of 99-91, 98-92, and 97-93. Their matchup featured intense exchanges from the start, with Johnson sustaining a cut early on. Galle (12-1-1, 1 KO) fought valiantly, landing effective shots, but Johnson’s power and technique ultimately prevailed.
Both fights highlighted the growing popularity of women’s boxing. Recent statistics show that female viewership has surged, with a 30% increase in interest compared to previous years. Experts like boxing analyst Steven Koonin emphasize how these events inspire young athletes and provide representation in sports. Social media trends reflect this shift, with hashtags celebrating women’s boxing gaining traction across platforms.
These matches show not only the skill of these athletes but also the evolving landscape of boxing, where women’s fights are finally receiving the attention they deserve.
