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February 27, 2023, Holllywood, Califronia, United States: Alycia Baumgardner attends the Los Angeles Premiere Of CREED III Holllywood United States – ZUMAb173 20230227_zap_b173_095 Copyright: xBillyxBennightx
Can you imagine a world-famous basketball giant toppling from a single punch? Picture this: Shaquille O’Neal, the legendary 7-foot NBA icon, in an unexpected encounter. He faces Alycia Baumgardner, a champion boxer known for her ferocity in the ring. The setting? A lighthearted skit on ‘The Big Podcast with Shaq.’
Shaq, ever the showman, steps into Baumgardner’s training space. What starts as playful banter quickly escalates. A jab, a moment of shock, and laughter ensue. But who lands the punch? And how does a towering figure like Shaq react to the formidable force of a female boxing champion?
Alycia Baumgardner shows her power to Shaq
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At the heart of the action, Alycia Baumgardner, a formidable presence in the boxing world, diligently trains on a punching bag. Enter Shaquille O’Neal, the basketball titan known for his commanding presence and jovial nature. The scene unfolds on ‘The Big Podcast with Shaq,’ setting the stage for a memorable encounter.
Shaq, with his characteristic confidence, addresses an off-camera person, “I don’t care what you say, Adam. Can’t no woman on this earth fold me with a punch. I’m with Alycia right now, hold on.” He then strides over to Baumgardner, tapping her on the back, and mockingly comments, “Weak a** Jab.”
Unfazed, Baumgardner turns swiftly, delivering a sharp right jab to Shaq’s body. The impact is immediate and startling. The 7-foot giant, usually unmovable, visibly buckles under the force of the punch. Caught off guard, Shaq gasps out, “I gotta take a sh*t,” followed by a series of coughs.
Although Shaq got punched by Alycia at the start of the podcast, they did sit down together to discuss Alycia’s doping controversy.
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Proclaiming Innocence Amidst Doping Allegations
Baumgardner, amidst the doping controversy involving Mesterolone and methenolone acetate metabolites, firmly upheld her innocence on Shaq O’Neal’s podcast. The super featherweight champion described the ordeal as mentally taxing and financially draining. She emphasized her transparency with fans, media, and sanctioning bodies, presenting scientific evidence to assert her long-standing commitment to being a clean athlete.
Baumgardner highlighted the lack of a supportive union for boxers, underscoring the challenges they face in such situations. Asserting her integrity, she confidently stated, “I’ve never cheated. I never doped in my life to be ahead,” and reassured her return to the ring to defend her titles, marking yet another public address on this issue.
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Her firm stance on maintaining a clean record and her resilience in the face of adversity is a testament to her character and dedication to her sport. How will this ordeal shape her future in boxing? Will her unwavering commitment to proving her innocence pave the way for a stronger return?
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