In a historic moment at the 2025 WBC Women’s Summit in Las Vegas, former law enforcement officer Tiara Brown was officially recognized as the new WBC featherweight world champion. The ceremony took place at the Orleans Hotel & Casino, where she received her championship belt from renowned boxing figure Laila Ali and WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán. This achievement follows Brown’s hard-fought victory over Australia’s Skye Nicolson in a fiercely contested match that showcased both athletes' exceptional skills.

The thrilling bout ended with the judges’ decision favoring Brown, who claimed two scores of 97-93 and 96-94. One judge, however, awarded Nicolson a score of 96-94. At 36 years old, Brown remains undefeated in her professional career, now standing at an impressive record of 19-0. Meanwhile, this marks the first professional setback for Nicolson, whose previous record stood unblemished at 12-0.

Brown expressed overwhelming emotion upon hearing the announcement, collapsing onto the canvas in tears. Her journey from policing to becoming a world champion highlights her dedication and resilience. During the summit, she enthusiastically declared her pride in joining the esteemed Green and Gold family of the WBC, vowing to uphold her title with honor.

This crowning achievement not only solidifies Brown’s place in the boxing world but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes everywhere. By defeating one of the sport’s rising stars, she has proven herself as a formidable force in women’s boxing. Looking ahead, fans eagerly anticipate how she will defend her newly acquired championship status.