At the press conference before the gala, she sent a cocky pass in Elin Cederroo's direction and said that she does not intend to lose to "a football player who has become a boxer", with reference to Västeråsaren's previous career in the ladies' team.
Franchón Crews-Dezurn - or "The Heavy Hitting Diva" as she calls herself - has a long and successful career behind her as an amateur boxer.
As a professional, she has won seven of eight matches and currently has two World Cup belts in super middleweight.
- I enter this match with good confidence.
I'm a double world champion just like Elin and do not doubt myself a bit.
I'm not here to lose, the 34-year-old tells SVT Sport.
For many Swedish boxing fans, you may be a new acquaintance. How would you describe yourself?
- I am a very interesting person, very entertaining, very unorthodox and I always do my best.
I hope they like it, but who knows.
Hello to all Swedes!
"You may well ask my opponents"
What is your relationship to Sweden?
- I know Sweden via Elin, but I am a woman who likes all people.
People are united through boxing.
Why are you called "The hard-hitting divan"?
- You can ask my opponents.
What is Elin's nickname?
I do not know if she has anything. Choose one if you want?
- No no no.
All respect.
I'm just here to win and represent women's boxing in a good way.
It will be a tough fight and a lot is at stake.
I am grateful for this opportunity and take nothing for granted.