Kim Clavel’s journey to a world championship fight was anything but straightforward. The Quebec-born boxer faced a formidable opponent in Anabel Ortiz, ultimately securing a unanimous decision victory. Clavel (21-2, 3 K.-O.) dominated the judges’ scorecards with scores of 96-94, 98-92, and 98-92, showcasing her resilience and skill.
At 34 years old, Clavel captured the vacant titles of the international WBC and the IBF Intercontinental, marking her first presence in the strawweight division at 105 pounds. Her victory comes after a challenging period, including a defeat by Evelyn Bermudez in October 2023. Since then, Clavel has rebuilt her confidence with three consecutive wins, culminating in her triumph over Ortiz.
“34-year-old boxing is getting their hands on the vacant titles of the international WBC and the IBF Intercontinental for its first presence in the straws at 105 pounds.”
Unlike her previous fights, which focused on rebuilding confidence, Clavel opted for a more experienced opponent this time. Ortiz (34-8, 4 K.-O.) …