Ben Shalom Eyes a Game-Changing Women’s Boxing Event in 2025

Ben Shalom, a prominent boxing promoter, is gearing up for what could be a groundbreaking year in women’s boxing. With exciting matches on the horizon, including a potential showdown between Lauren Price and Natasha Jonas, the future looks bright for female fighters. As both athletes prepare for their respective bouts on December 14, all eyes are on them to see if they can set the stage for a unification title fight in early 2025.

The Upcoming Bouts: Setting the Scene

Mark your calendars for December 14, when Lauren Price, an Olympic gold medalist, steps into the ring against Bexcy Mateus in Liverpool. Price, who boasts a record of 7-0, is a serious contender in the ring. Meanwhile, the headliner of the night, Natasha Jonas, who holds the WBC and IBF titles, will face Ivana Habazin. With a record of 15 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, Jonas is a crowd favorite in her hometown.

Shalom is optimistic that if both fighters pull off wins, they’ll be on a collision course for a massive unification bout. He stated, “I’m looking at a very special event in March 2025 for women’s boxing, but anything can happen in sports.” He acknowledged that Habazin poses a real challenge for Jonas, emphasizing that her upcoming fight won’t be a walk in the park.

Unification: A Major Goal for Women’s Boxing

If Lauren Price comes out on top against Mateus, fans could be in for a treat with a potential matchup against Natasha Jonas. Shalom believes this unification fight would be a huge moment for women’s boxing. “The winners will definitely fight,” he added. “Assuming Lauren Price beats Bexcy Mateus—which you’d expect—it sets up a big unification.”

This potential fight is important not just for Price and Jonas but for the sport as a whole. A unification bout could shine a much-deserved spotlight on women’s boxing and its incredible athletes. Shalom is pushing for this event to happen in March 2025, signaling a pivotal moment in the boxing calendar.

Supporting the Next Generation: Caroline Dubois

Shalom isn’t just focused on Price and Jonas; he’s also looking out for other rising stars like Caroline Dubois. He plans to attend the WBC convention in Hamburg to advocate for Dubois to have a shot at a vacant lightweight title, especially if Katie Taylor, the current champion, vacates her title. Dubois is set to face Jessica Camara in Sheffield on January 11, 2025, adding to the excitement in women’s boxing.

With fighters like Dubois, Price, and Jonas making waves, it’s clear that women’s boxing is on the rise. Shalom’s dedication to promoting these athletes highlights a promising future, with more opportunities on the horizon.