Blanchfield was critical of her rival in the immediate aftermath of the cancellation, calling Barber unprofessional. Barber also missed weight by a half-pound for the bout, tipping the scales at 126.5 pounds the day prior, which added fuel to Blanchfield's pre-fight concerns of Barber making the fight.

Barber reacted to the cancelation with a post on Instagram, sharing photos of her in the hospital.