The sticks and stones tension between WBC Lightweight Champion Caroline Dubois and WBO titleholder Terri Harper has surpassed the limits of the ring long before the opening bell.

Following the filming of an intense episode of “The Gloves Are Off,” the tension and frisson between both stars erupted into a verbal confrontation that has made it clear that their duel on Sunday, April 5th, at the London Olympia will be mustard keen and peppery.

What began as a television recording for Sky Sports ended in an off-camera altercation. Dubois pursued Harper as she attempted to leave the set, launching harsh criticisms regarding her rival’s mental fortitude.

Dubois: “I see no resistance; she is weak-minded”

True to her direct style, the WBC champion held nothing back after the encounter. “I look at her and I see right through her. As a person, I don’t detect any resistance. I think she’s quite weak-minded, quite pathetic,” Dubois declared.

The young British star insisted that her aggressiveness is simply pure honesty: “If someone feels intimidated, it’s a natural consequence. I’m just trying to be myself and say what I feel. I’m going in there to find the knockout and entertain the fans.”

Harper: “You can’t argue with stupidity”

For her part, Terri Harper, a three-weight world champion, downplayed her opponent’s attacks, labeling Dubois’ behavior as “forced.”

“I feel like I lost a few brain cells trying to argue with stupidity,” the WBO champion retorted. “She tried to force the argument, but I stood firm on the facts. You can’t argue with facts, and you definitely can’t argue with stupidity.”

This unification bout will headline a historic card produced by Most Valuable Promotions (Jake Paul’s promotional firm) in conjunction with Sky Sports. The event, dedicated exclusively to women’s boxing, will also feature Ellie Scotney’s undisputed title defense, cementing April 5th as one of the most important dates on the UK boxing calendar.

Best not to miss Dubois vs. Harper live on Sky Sports and streaming via NOW next Sunday, April 5th.