Australian Boxing Champion Takes Control of Her Future with Egg Freezing
Australian boxing champion Ruby Singh has made a bold decision to freeze her eggs, a move that reflects her commitment to both her career and future family plans. At the age of 35, she is ranked among the top 10 boxers in the world and recently claimed the WBC Asia Championship belt. Now, she’s preparing for the next big step in her career: chasing a world title.
While her focus remains on boxing, Singh has also taken steps to secure her options for starting a family. She recently completed an egg-freezing cycle at Adora Fertility in Australia, a decision she says has eased the pressure of the so-called “biological clock” many women face in their 30s.
“I always had it in the back of my mind,” Singh said. “In my early 30s, I started thinking about it, but I didn’t act on it because I was traveling a lot.”
The decision came after watching comedian Andrew Schultz’s Netflix special Life, which discussed topics like IVF and egg freezing. This moment of reflection inspired her to take action when she had a break between fights.
“I knew I’d be home for a few months before heading back to the US,” she explained. “It was the perfect time to freeze my eggs.”
Singh chose to undergo the procedure in Australia rather than during her training camp overseas. She believes Australia offers the best combination of affordability and support for such procedures.
“Once you get into a training camp for a world title, you can’t just pause for a few months to freeze your eggs and then restart the process,” she said. “I wanted to make sure I could focus on my career without interruption.”
Her long-term goal is to have four or five children, and she feels more in control of her future now. While she acknowledges that egg freezing isn’t a guarantee of success, she sees it as a proactive step.
“I’m banking my eggs now, doing a few sessions to ensure I have enough by the time I’m ready to start a family,” she said. “It gives me peace of mind.”
Singh grew up in a traditional Indian-Australian family where marriage and children often define success. Initially, her choice to become a professional boxer wasn’t fully embraced by her parents. However, they now cheer her on, though they still ask when she’ll settle down.
“When I first told my mom, she asked why I didn’t just get married,” Singh said. “I told her I can’t just find a husband at a store and immediately have kids. But now, she feels relieved that I’m thinking about having a family.”
She encourages other women to consider egg freezing, even if they’re not ready to commit yet.
“You don’t have to go ahead with it right away, but find a clinic and start thinking about it,” she advised. “This way, you can plan and know the costs involved. When you’re ready, you won’t have to spend months searching for a clinic or waiting for tests.”
Egg freezing is becoming increasingly common in Australia, with nearly 7,000 procedures carried out in 2022—nearly double the number from 2020. Dr. Charley Zheng, a fertility specialist at Adora Fertility, noted a 20% increase in women choosing this option over the past two to three years.
“Women aged 35 to 37 or younger who have the opportunity should consider egg freezing,” he said. “It helps them feel freed from the biological clock and is especially important for those with conditions like endometriosis or undergoing cancer treatment.”
According to Dr. Zheng, egg freezing is a form of future-proofing, allowing women to balance personal and professional goals without sacrificing their chances of starting a family.
For Singh, the decision represents a powerful blend of ambition and foresight. As she continues to chase her boxing dreams, she’s also ensuring that her future family plans remain within reach.
