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Dubois vs Harper Headlines MVP's UK Boxing Debut

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Boxing fans are in for a treat as Caroline Dubois and Terri Harper are set to clash in a lightweight unification bout on April 5th at the Olympia in London. This highly anticipated all-British fight will be the main event of Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions' (MVP) first event in the UK. The event marks a significant expansion for both the fighters and MVP into a new market.

Ellie Scotney will compete in the co-main event, aiming for an undisputed super-bantamweight title against Mayelli Flores Rosquero. Also on the card, Chantelle Cameron will seek to become a two-weight world champion, while Emma Dolan eyes her first world title. Sky Sports is re-entering the boxing market as the broadcaster, further amplifying the event's reach and significance for the sport.

This event is a major step for MVP, with CEO Nakisa Bidarian highlighting the ambition of women's boxing. The card showcases a strong lineup of British talent, delivering on Paul and Bidarian's commitment to feature female world champions. Considering the return of Sky Sports, the event is poised to make a splash in the boxing world.

With Dubois and Harper finally facing off, the fight has been a long time coming. Harper won the WBO belt in September 2024, followed by Dubois securing the WBC strap, creating a buzz among boxing fans. The event promises a thrilling weekend for fight enthusiasts, with other major fights also taking place in the UK.