In a major development for women’s professional boxing, undefeated world champions Caroline Dubois and Stephanie Han are set to square off in a high-stakes lightweight unification bout on Saturday, February 20. The blockbuster showdown will take place at the GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas, featuring three major world titles on the line as London’s Dubois travels directly into enemy territory to meet Han in front of her passionate hometown fans. The event, presented by Most Valuable Promotions, will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in UK prime time, ensuring that boxing fans on both sides of the Atlantic can witness one of the most anticipated clashes in the division’s history.
The upcoming contest represents a monumental step forward for the lightweight division, pitting two unblemished titleholders against each other with three major championship belts at stake. Dubois enters the ring as the unified WBC and WBO lightweight world champion, while Han puts her WBA lightweight world championship on the line. With three belts held between them, the winner will not only solidify her position at the pinnacle of the 135-pound weight class but will also take a massive leap toward total division supremacy and the coveted title of undisputed champion.
For Dubois, the journey to Texas marks another ambitious milestone in her rapidly accelerating professional career. The London-born southpaw, who fights under the Most Valuable Promotions banner, has fast established herself as one of the most gifted and formidable young talents in global boxing. Rather than defending her belts on home soil, Dubois has eagerly accepted the challenge of traveling across the ocean to face a rival champion in her hometown arena.
Expressing her enthusiasm for the upcoming clash, Dubois made her intentions clear regarding her trip to Texas. "I can’t wait to get back in the ring and I can’t wait to go into Stephanie Han’s hometown and add another world title to my collection," Dubois declared. "I respect what she’s accomplished, but I’m coming to El Paso to take her title and show everyone why I’m the best lightweight in the world."
The undefeated British star emphasized that taking on elite competition in hostile environments has always been her ultimate objective since turning professional. "These are the kinds of fights I’ve been working toward my entire career. I want all the belts, I want the biggest fights, and I want to prove myself against the best," Dubois added. "On Saturday, February 20, I’m coming to make a statement and take another step toward becoming undisputed."
Dubois also acknowledged the pivotal role played by her promotional team and broadcasting partners in securing such a high-profile platform for female fighters. "A big thank you to MVP and Sky for making this fight happen and continuing to give women’s boxing the platform it deserves," she stated, reflecting on the growing global footprint of the sport and the significance of delivering top-tier matchups to international television audiences.
Known affectionately to boxing fans as "Sweet Caroline," Dubois boasts an extraordinarily decorated pedigree that laid the groundwork for her swift transition into the professional ranks. During her standout amateur career, she captured a gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games and accumulated four European Youth Championship titles. Her amateur dominance earned her a spot representing Great Britain at the Tokyo Olympics, where her skill, speed, and composure marked her as a generational talent on the international stage.
Since making her professional debut in 2022, Dubois has seamlessly translated her amateur success into professional dominance. Operating with precision from her southpaw stance, she quickly dismantled opposition in the lightweight division, rapidly rising through the rankings to claim her first world title. Her momentum reached new heights in April at MVPW-01, where she engaged in a high-profile clash against Terri Harper. In a commanding performance, Dubois unified the WBC and WBO lightweight world championships, proving her ability to excel against seasoned top-tier opposition.
Following her triumph over Harper, Dubois maintained her active schedule and dominant form. In August, she made a successful defense of her unified titles against Amelia Moore, demonstrating her continued growth and sharp ring generalship. The bout against Moore was accompanied by added drama outside the ropes, as it culminated in a fiery war of words between Dubois and fellow champion Alycia Baumgardner, who engaged in a tense back-and-forth call-out with the British boxer post-fight. Now, with the Moore defense behind her, Dubois turns her focus to the biggest unification fight of her professional career as she seeks to capture the WBA title from Han.
Standing in Dubois’ way is Stephanie Han, a fighter whose journey to world championship status is as extraordinary as it is inspiring. A proud native of El Paso, Texas, Han has built a reputation as a fierce competitor both inside and outside the ring. Known in the boxing world as "The Enforcer," Han balances her demanding athletic career with her responsibilities as a devoted mother of two and a dedicated veteran of the El Paso Police Department. Additionally, her background includes competing in beauty pageants, creating a unique and compelling life story that has made her one of the most captivating figures in modern combat sports.
Han’s ascension to the top of the WBA lightweight division was punctuated by an explosive championship performance in 2025. Facing Hannah Terlep for the vacant WBA lightweight world title, Han demonstrated her devastating power by scoring a sensational first-round knockout to claim her first major world championship. That decisive victory established "The Enforcer" as a dangerous force at 135 pounds and set the tone for her reign as champion.
Since capturing the WBA belt, Han has proven that her title win was no fluke, compiling three successful world championship defenses. Among her most notable achievements during this reign are back-to-back victories over combat sports legend Holly Holm. Facing an icon of combat sports presented a supreme test of Han’s skill and resolve, but the El Paso police officer rose to the occasion in both contests, solidifying her status among the elite champions of the weight class.
Han’s most recent victory over Holm took place in May, right in front of her home fans in El Paso. The electric atmosphere inside the arena underscored Han’s immense local popularity and cemented her role as a hometown hero. That triumphant performance set the stage for her upcoming unification showdown, presenting her with the biggest challenge and opportunity of her combat sports career at the GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center.
For Han, the chance to welcome another world champion to her home city with three world titles on the line is the realization of a lifelong ambition. "This fight is a dream come true!" Han expressed enthusiastically. "Finally, I have the opportunity to unify titles in my division and get one step closer to becoming the undisputed queen of the lightweight division."
The champion underscored the personal significance of defending her title and striving for history on home soil. "To be able to fight at home at GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center is incredibly special, and I’m grateful to MVP for their support to make this happen," Han said. Looking ahead to fight night, she called upon her community to rally behind her: "I invite all of El Paso to come out and support on Saturday, February 20 and witness this moment."
Nakisa Bidarian, Chief Executive Officer of Most Valuable Promotions, shared his excitement for the newly announced unification bout, praising both competitors for taking on such a formidable challenge at this stage of their careers. "Caroline Dubois and Stephanie Han are two undefeated world champions at the top of one of the deepest and most competitive divisions in boxing," Bidarian stated, emphasizing the rare quality of having two unbeaten titleholders face off in their prime.
Bidarian took time to highlight the remarkable story of El Paso’s champion, noting how Han’s career serves as an inspiration to her community and fans worldwide. "Stephanie’s story is remarkable," Bidarian observed. "She’s a police officer, a mother, a former beauty queen and a world champion who has become a source of pride for El Paso."
Turning his attention to the British superstar, Bidarian reiterated Dubois’ rapid rise and exceptional skill set. "Caroline has established herself as one of the most talented young champions in the sport, and bringing these two women together with three major world titles on the line is a huge moment for MVP and women’s boxing," he remarked, reinforcing MVP’s commitment to staging premier events in the sport.
The MVP executive also highlighted the importance of bringing an event of this magnitude to Texas and ensuring it reaches a global television audience. "El Paso has shown up for its hometown hero time and time again, so we owed it to this city to bring one of the biggest fights in boxing to GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center on Saturday, February 20, live in UK prime time on Sky Sports," Bidarian concluded.
The matchup between Dubois and Han promises to be an intriguing clash of styles and backgrounds. Dubois, operating as a fast, technical southpaw with elite amateur credentials, brings relentless pressure, sharp punch selection, and defensive prowess. Her experience on major international stages—ranging from the Youth Olympics and Tokyo Games to major televised professional headliners—has prepared her for high-pressure environments, even when surrounded by partisan fans supporting her opponent.
On the other hand, Han brings physical strength, power, and high-level momentum into the ring. Having scored a first-round knockout to win her title before earning decisive victories over an experienced legend like Holly Holm, "The Enforcer" has consistently shown an ability to perform when the lights are brightest. Fighting inside the familiar confines of the GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center will grant Han a powerful home-field advantage, as local supporters look to propel their officer and champion to victory.
The broadcast arrangement live on Sky Sports in UK prime time highlights the expanding international reach of women’s professional boxing. By scheduling the fight to accommodate prime evening viewing in the United Kingdom while staging the event in Texas, MVP and Sky Sports are bridging time zones to maximize viewership for a marquee women’s combat sports event.
For the lightweight division, the February 20 collision serves as a pivotal crossroads. With three major titles—the WBC, WBO, and WBA—being funneled into the hands of a single winner, the division moves one step closer to crowning an undisputed monarch. Both Dubois and Han have voiced their relentless desire to achieve undisputed status, making this three-belt unification fight the central stepping stone toward total dominance at 135 pounds.
As fight night approaches on Saturday, February 20, the anticipation surrounding the GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center continues to build. Whether Dubois successfully exports her London dominance to
