“A lot of people don't respect them”

Former IBF bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges has always defied convention in the world of boxing. Starting out as a ring girl in Australia, where women were banned from competing in the ring, her journey to becoming a world champion has inspired a new wave of fighters, including former Playboy model Amber Fields.

talking to Daily Star SportsBridges highlighted the disrespect ring girls often face, even from other female fighters. She shared the story of former Playboy model and ring girl Amber Fields, who joined Misfits Boxing after being inspired by Bridges' success:

“I'm always rooting for ring girls because a lot of people don't respect them. Even some of the other female fighters don't really care about ring girls… You know, obviously I've been there and and I have a ring girl named Amber Fields He inspired me to start boxing in America, and he told me, “You know you inspired me a lot because you were a ring girl and now you're a World Champion.” encouraged.

Reflecting on her career, Bridges admitted how her time as a ring girl helped build a loyal following that led her to professional boxing.

“Being a ring girl, I actually had so many fans in Australia from being a ring girl when I got into fighting that they all followed my boxing career. It gave me a good start!”

Ebanie Bridges opens up about her pregnancy and plans to return to boxing

Ebanie Bridges surprised fans by announcing she was pregnant during her appearance at Misfits Boxing's X Series 18 in September. The former IBF women's bantamweight champion, who has been out of the spotlight since her loss to Miyo Yoshida in December 2023, is now set to become a mother. while watching his boxing comeback.

in another interview with Daily StarThe 38-year-old woman shared her thoughts about her current life. Even though he is away from competition, Bridges remains active in the gym, training his friends and getting them ready for fights. However, his desire to return to the ring is palpable. He admitted:

“I've got really itchy knuckles and I'm hanging on to get back in the ring big time… (Also) I never thought I'd say this, but I miss running, I kind of wish I could.”

Looking ahead, Bridges is targeting a return to boxing in late 2025, with the possibility of making his comeback in Leeds, amassing a loyal fan base.