Caroline Dubois delivered a masterful performance at Olympia in London on Saturday 5 April 2026, defeating Terri Harper by unanimous decision to unify the WBC and WBO women’s lightweight world championships. The victory, which saw judges score the bout 98-91, 98-91, and 97-92 in Dubois’ favour, was celebrated as a landmark night for British women’s boxing and further cemented Dubois’ status as one of the most exciting fighters in the world.
The Fight: Dubois Drops Harper in Round Six
The contest was a high-quality, tactically absorbing affair from the opening bell. Harper, a formidable champion and a dangerous opponent with the WBO title on the line, started carefully and made Dubois work hard in the early rounds. The WBC champion was sharp but found Harper’s defensive skills frustrating in the opening five sessions, as both fighters probed for openings.
The fight changed fundamentally in round six when Dubois landed a crisp combination that sent Harper to the canvas — the first knockdown of the fight and a moment that shifted the dynamic decisively. Though Harper climbed to her feet and showed admirable resilience in continuing, a cut opened on her left eyebrow from that point on, and Dubois controlled the remainder of the contest with authority, landing cleaner shots and taking the wider angles as Harper tried to regain momentum.
The Scorecard and Reaction
The judges’ unanimous verdict of 98-91, 98-91, and 97-92 reflected the comprehensive nature of Dubois’ dominance after the pivotal sixth round knockdown. The crowd at Olympia gave both fighters a tremendous reception — recognising Harper’s courage in fighting on after the knockdown and Dubois’ exceptional all-round performance in a genuinely competitive high-stakes contest.
Speaking in the ring after the victory, Dubois said: “Terri is an incredible champion and I knew she was going to be tough. I kept focused and when the moment came I took it. This is what I’ve worked my whole life for.”
What the Win Means
By beating Harper, Dubois becomes the undisputed WBC and WBO women’s lightweight champion — a unification that had been years in the making and one that positions her as the dominant force in the division at world level. The victory is also personally significant given the long-standing rivalry between the two fighters, which had built up over several years of sparring, negotiations, and promotional posturing before the fight was finally made.
Ellie Scotney and Chantelle Cameron also featured on the bill, with Scotney winning her undisputed championship bout and Cameron claiming a two-weight world title — making it a remarkable night for British women’s boxing across the card.
Dubois: Britain’s Boxing Future
At just 23, Caroline Dubois is widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in world boxing at any weight. The sister of heavyweight contender Daniel Dubois, she was a standout amateur before turning professional, and her technical skills, ring intelligence, and punching power have all been on full display in her professional career so far.
Her promoter has already been fielding offers for the next fight, with a potential unification against the IBF champion the most logical next step. Another option would be a step up in weight to challenge for a title at super-lightweight, though Dubois has indicated she is in no rush to leave a lightweight division she now rules supreme.
A Historic Night for Women’s Boxing
The card at Olympia represents one of the most significant nights for women’s boxing in British sporting history. Three world title fights featuring British women, all delivering high-quality, compelling action — and all won by the home fighters — makes for a genuinely historic occasion. Women’s boxing has grown exponentially in popularity in the UK over the past decade, and nights like this one justify every bit of that growing interest.