Women’s boxing has a new queen in waiting, and her name is Caroline Dubois. With 10 wins, a WBC lightweight title, and a reputation for barely losing a round, the 23-year-old Londoner is carving her path to becoming one of the sport’s all-time greats.
On Saturday, Dubois takes her talents to Sheffield, where she’ll defend her title against Canadian contender Jessica Camara.
At 36, Camara has faced elite opponents and proved her resilience, but Dubois is the heavy favorite to dominate once again.
The New Face of Lightweight Boxing
Dubois has proven she’s not just winning—she’s owning her fights. In her last four bouts, she’s gone the full 10 rounds, brushing aside opponents from Argentina, Uruguay, and Mexico with style and precision.
At just 23, she’s racked up 40 professional rounds, five knockouts, and a growing reputation as the fighter no one wants to face.
Even when judges tried to make things interesting—one inexplicably scored three rounds against her—it’s clear Dubois was levels ahead. “Comedy,” some fans called it.
Dubois isn’t just aiming to dominate her division; she’s determined to unify it. Her sights are set on fellow lightweight champion Terri Harper, who holds the WBO belt.
Harper, a battle-tested fighter with world titles in multiple weight classes, presents a tantalizing challenge. Dubois, however, is brimming with confidence. “
She quit in that fight, she doesn’t like the pressure,” Dubois said, pulling no punches about her rival.
The Katie Taylor Legacy
Dubois owes part of her rise to the groundwork laid by Irish superstar Katie Taylor, who vacated her lightweight titles last year after a historic run. Taylor’s move up to super-lightweight left the door wide open for Dubois, who eagerly stepped in to claim the vacant WBC belt.
While Taylor’s next move remains uncertain, she’s likely planning a farewell super-fight in Dublin, a fitting end to her golden career. But for Dubois, there’s no need to rush into that conversation.
“Katie did the right thing letting the belts go,” Dubois said. “It’s my time now, and I will follow Katie and become undisputed at 135 pounds.”
What’s Next for Dubois?
Beyond Harper, Dubois has plenty of intriguing options in a division brimming with talent.
While some might avoid her due to the high risk, the current cooperative promotional landscape could make marquee matchups a reality.
For now, Dubois knows that another commanding performance on Saturday could send a clear message to her division—and the rest of the boxing world.
With her talent, confidence, and undeniable star power, Caroline Dubois isn’t just the future of lightweight boxing; she’s the now.
