WBC Lightweight rumors, news

WBC Lightweight news, rumors

  • Shakur Stevenson Announces ‘Monster’ Comeback Opponent: “He Better Not Duck”
    • Shakur Stevenson Announces ‘Monster’ Comeback Opponent: “He Better Not Duck”
    is currently sidelined following hand surgery but he wants to go straight into a tough fight on his return. The three-weight world champion was set to defend his WBC Lightweight World Title against Joe Cordina in October before the sparring injury forced him to pull out. That fight will not be rescheduled and Stevenson will […]...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson agrees to shocking Oscar De La Hoya demand
    • Shakur Stevenson agrees to shocking Oscar De La Hoya demand
    Yesterday, WBC lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson confirmed he will be facing his mandatory challenger, William Zepeda (31-0) in February. Now after a fresh demand from Golden Boy’s Oscar De La Hoya, he has accepted the proposal, despite it potentially being a huge disadvantage for him. Stevenson is one of the most talented fighters in […] The post Shakur Stevenson agrees to shockin...2024
  • • Keyshawn Davis on why Shakur Stevenson is misunderstood
    Surging lightweight boxer Keyshawn Davis explained what everyone gets so wrong about his friend and training partner Shakur Stevenson. The WBC lightweight champion Stevenson is a remarkably gifted fighter, a bronze medalist from the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, and a champion in three weight classes as a pro at 27 years old.…  The post Keyshawn Davis on why Shakur Stevenson is ...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson announces his next opponent and fight date
    • Shakur Stevenson announces his next opponent and fight date
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson sticks out as one of the most talented fighters in the sport but still lacks the profile to boot, struggling to cultivate the fandom and support that his fellow 135lb title-holders boast. As Stevenson hopes to earn the respect of fans around the globe, the defensive mastermind has announced a […] The post Shakur Stevenson announces his next opponent ...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson Agrees to “Tiny Ring” For William Zepeda Fight
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson says the ring size doesn’t matter to him for his ... read more Shakur Stevenson Agrees to “Tiny Ring” For William Zepeda Fight @ Boxing News 24...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson Might Need Tuneup For William Zepeda
    Shakur Stevenson may need to take a tuneup before defending his WBC lightweight title against ... read more Shakur Stevenson Might Need Tuneup For William Zepeda @ Boxing News 24...2024

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WBC Lightweight injury and suspension

  • • Shakur Stevenson Announces ‘Monster’ Comeback Opponent: “He Better Not Duck”
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  • Shakur Stevenson Sets His Sights On Undefeated Fighter: “I’ll Beat The Hell Out Of Him”
    • Shakur Stevenson Sets His Sights On Undefeated Fighter: “I’ll Beat The Hell Out Of Him”
    is set to be back in the ring in early 2025. He was scheduled to defend his WBC lightweight title against Joe Cordina on the vs card in October, before a hand injury forced him out of the bout and required surgery. There is a number of opponents available for Stevenson upon his return, including […]...2024
  • Teofimo Lopez reveals bizarre reason why he would choose not to fight Shakur Stevenson.
    • Teofimo Lopez reveals bizarre reason why he would choose not to fight Shakur Stevenson.
                                         Teofimo Lopez says the reason he doesn’t want to fight lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is because he saw how he was suicidal after a loss in 2015 at the National Golden Gloves in Las Vegas.Lopez says Shakur wanted to go to the top of the hotel and “jump off.” Te...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson Names The ‘Monster’ He Will ‘Dismantle’ In February Comeback Fight
    • Shakur Stevenson Names The ‘Monster’ He Will ‘Dismantle’ In February Comeback Fight
    is currently recovering from hand surgery but has sights firmly set on a February 2025 return. The Newark native was forced to pull out of a scheduled second defence of his WBC Lightweight World Title against former super-featherweight champion Joe Cordina on October 12 due to the sparring injury. He now has no plans to […]...2024
  • • Hand surgery KOs Stevenson
    Unbeaten WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is out of action after undergoing hand surgery. As a result, Stevenson’s scheduled October 12 defense against former champion Joe Cordina is off. That… » The post Hand surgery KOs Stevenson appeared first on fightnews.com....2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson Breaks Silence After Major Injury Forces Him Out Of Joe Cordina Fight
    Three-division world champion Shakur Stevenson was poised to make a second defence of WBC lightweight title against Wales’ Joe Cordina next month in an eyebrow-raising affair, but an injury has forced the American to withdraw. Now Stevenson has spoken out and revealed further details. Stevenson was expected to take on William Zepeda, who is ranked […] The post Shakur Stevenson Breaks Silence...2024
  • Beterbiev vs. Bivol Undercard Setback: Shakur Stevenson Withdraws Due to Injury
    • Beterbiev vs. Bivol Undercard Setback: Shakur Stevenson Withdraws Due to Injury
    In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 12, Artur Beterbiev (20-0, 20 KOs) will clash with fellow undefeated light heavyweight pugilist Dmitry Bivol (23-0, 12 KOs) for the undisputed crown in a stacked Riyadh Season event. This fight is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated bouts in the boxing world. The undercard is impressive and one of those contests was due to be Shakur Stevenson vs. Joe C...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson injures hand, withdraws from Oct. 12 Joe Cordina fight
    • Shakur Stevenson injures hand, withdraws from Oct. 12 Joe Cordina fight
    Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson will reportedly return early next year Matchroom Boxing announced this afternoon that WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson, slated to meet former super featherweight champion Joe Cordina on the October 12th Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol undercard, “has undergone immediate surgery” for a hand injury and will instead return in “early ...2024
  • • Highlights: Martin edges decision over Harutyunyan in WBC eliminator
    Frank Martin got by a really tough test against Artem Harutyunyan in a WBC eliminator | Stephanie Trapp/SHOWTIME Frank Martin got by a really tough test against Artem Harutyunyan in a WBC eliminator. Frank Martin had anything but one-way traffic tonight on Showtime, edging a close unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan in their WBC lightweight eliminator from Las Vegas. Martin (18-0, 12...2023

Timeline

  • 2024
    "Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing"

  • 2023
    "No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion"

  • 2018
    "Thursday's special will feature defending WBC Lightweight World Champion Dejan Zlaticanin"

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WBC Lightweight trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • Shakur Stevenson injures hand, withdraws from Oct. 12 Joe Cordina fight
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  • Shakur Stevenson Matchroom Deal Length Revealed By Eddie Hearn
    • Shakur Stevenson Matchroom Deal Length Revealed By Eddie Hearn
    Although he may not currently have the same pay-per-view draw as some of his lightweight rivals, WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is rightfully considered amongst the top pound-for-pound talents in the sport. As he seeks to grow both his name and his legacy, the three-division conqueror has signed a contract to work with Matchroom Boxing, […] The post Shakur Stevenson Matchroom Deal...2024
  • Stevenson officially signs with Matchroom Boxing
    • Stevenson officially signs with Matchroom Boxing
    Shakur Stevenson previously worked with Top Rank since his professional debut Shakur Stevenson is a free agent no longer, as Matchroom Boxing announced today that they’ve signed the WBC lightweight champion ahead of his October 12th title defense against Joe Cordina. “I am ready to start this next chapter of my career and it begins on October 12 with Joe Cordina on the stacked Riyadh Season card i...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson fight baffles as Beterbiev vs Bivol underwhelms
    Shakur Stevenson went from turning down Gervonta Davis’s offer to fight on November 2 to appear at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Season. The WBC lightweight champion somehow chose not to participate in THE 2024 end-of-year event in Las Vegas to face a blown-up super featherweight who lost his last fight. Stevenson faces Joe Cordina on October 12,… Shakur Stevenson fight baffles as B...2024
  • Eddie Hearn Reveals Surprising Name Who Could Face Shakur Stevenson
    • Eddie Hearn Reveals Surprising Name Who Could Face Shakur Stevenson
    Joe Cordina (17-1, 9 KOs) was last seen in the ring when he was defeated by eighth-round TKO against Anthony Cacace on the Ring of Fire undercard. The defeat saw the Welshman lose his super featherweight titlte. Before the bout against Cacace, Cordina had revealed that would be his last fight at super featherweight, before moving up. Eddie Hearn has spoken to Boxing News about this move up in weig...2024
  • Turki Alalshikh Talks Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Terence Crawford After Action Packed Win
    • Turki Alalshikh Talks Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Terence Crawford After Action Packed Win
    At the Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Vergil Ortiz Jr. (22-0, 21 KOs) defeated Serhii Bohachuk (24-2, 23 KOs) by a majority decision, with the judges scorecards reading 113-113 and 114-112 x2. The event was promoted by Golden Boy Promotions and shown live on DAZN in over 200 countries. Before the win for Ortiz Jr., Turki Alalshikh revealed to DAZN some fascina...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda ‘verbally agreed’ for title fight
    • Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda ‘verbally agreed’ for title fight
    Shakur Stevenson has reportedly agreed to a fight with William Zepeda | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson has reportedly agreed to a fight with William Zepeda. Shakur Stevenson and William Zepeda have reportedly verbally agreed to a WBC lightweight title fight, according to a report from Lance Pugmire. Pugmire also reports that the most likely date for the fight as of now ...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda ordered but not guaranteed
    Shakur Stevenson is stipulated to defend his WBC lightweight title against William Zepeda days after holding talks with Golden Boy. The undefeated Newark native is a free agent after leaving Top Rank following his successful title defense against Artem Harutyunyan at the Prudential Center. Rumblings of a low crowd to accompany Stevenson’s second below-par performance… Shakur Steve...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson to meet with Eddie Hearn, tells potential promoters to deliver “big fights”
    The post Shakur Stevenson to meet with Eddie Hearn, tells potential promoters to deliver “big fights” appeared first on Boxing News. The WBC lightweight champion is now a free agent and has already met with Golden Boy Promotions who are looking to match Stevenson with their own contender William Zepeda The post Shakur Stevenson to meet with Eddie Hearn, tells potential promoters to del...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson Rejects $15 Million Offer, Tests Free Agency Waters
    Shakur Stevenson, WBC Lightweight champion, has reportedly rejected a lucrative $15 million, five-fight offer to ... read more Shakur Stevenson Rejects $15 Million Offer, Tests Free Agency Waters @ Boxing News 24...2024

WBC Lightweight stats and results

  • • Bob Arum Names The One Fighter Who Can Beat Shakur Stevenson And It’s Not Gervonta Davis
    is one of the least hittable fighters in the sport according to CompuBox statistics. The 27-year-old from Newark has been champion in three divisions and currently holds the WBC Lightweight World Title. His skills are held in such high regard that many knowledgable boxing people believe he may be unbeatable. Shakur is set to enter […]...2024
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  • • Teofimo Lopez reveals bizarre reason why he would choose not to fight Shakur Stevenson.
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  • • Hand surgery KOs Stevenson
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  • Hernandez beats Mattice by technical decision in DAZN main event
    • Hernandez beats Mattice by technical decision in DAZN main event
    Flyweight prospect Sergio Mendoza earned his fourth straight knockout in the co-feature Eduardo “Rocky” Hernandez kept his spot near the top of the WBC lightweight rankings in anticlimactic fashion this evening, beating Thomas Mattice by technical decision in their DAZN main event. Hernandez (36-2, 32 KO) hit the ground running as always, stalking a mobile but largely passive Mattice (22-3-1, 17 K...2024
  • Joe Cordina Speaks Out On Shakur Stevenson Fight As Deal Now ‘Close’: “He’s Not The Hardest At 135”
    • Joe Cordina Speaks Out On Shakur Stevenson Fight As Deal Now ‘Close’: “He’s Not The Hardest At 135”
    is undoubtedly one of the most skilled fighters in the game but with that brings its difficulties finding suitable opponents. The WBC lightweight champion applies the old boxing adage of ‘hit and don’t get hit’ and, although that delivers results, it doesn’t necessarily bring commercial value, making it hard for him to lure the top […]...2024
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  • • Shakur Stevenson defends WBC title, Keyshawn Davis wins
    There is no place like Newark for Shakur Stevenson. The WBC lightweight world champion defended his crown in front of the hometown faithful with a unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan on Saturday evening at Prudential Center by scores of 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112. Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) never was threatened by his Armenian-born, German-based challenger,… Shakur Stevenson defe...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson Names The One Man He Wants Next Above All Others: “Get Ready”
    • Shakur Stevenson Names The One Man He Wants Next Above All Others: “Get Ready”
    Three-weight world champion, , wants to get back into the ring as soon as possible. Stevenson was out last weekend when he successfully defended his WBC lightweight title in a comfortable, if not slightly underwhelming, performance against Artem Harutyunyan. Stevenson cruised to victory by unanimous decision with scores of 119-109, 118-110 and 116-112. Although there […]...2024
  • • Shakur Stevenson defends WBC title, Keyshawn Davis wins
    There is no place like Newark for Shakur Stevenson. The WBC lightweight world champion defended his crown in front of the hometown faithful with a unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan on Saturday evening at Prudential Center by scores of 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112. Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) never was threatened by his Armenian-born, German-based challenger,… Shakur Stevenson defe...2024
  • Shakur vs Artem: Live updates and results, 8:30 pm ET
    • Shakur vs Artem: Live updates and results, 8:30 pm ET
    Shakur Stevenson faces Artem Harutyunyan tonight in Newark | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson faces Artem Harutyunyan tonight in Newark. Shakur Stevenson returns tonight, defending his WBC lightweight title against Artem Harutyunyan in a main event on ESPN+ and ESPN, headlining a tripleheader that also features a second world title bout. The three-fight main card will sta...2024
  • Who is Artem Harutyunyan?
    • Who is Artem Harutyunyan?
    Artem Harutyunyan (12-1, 7 KOs) has a shot at becoming world champion against Shakur Stevenson (21-0, 10 KOs) on July 6. The two lightweights headline a Top Rank card – in association with Universum Boxing – at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Fight fans in the United States can catch the action live on ESPN, ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes. Those in the United Kingdom and Ireland can do s...2024

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  • • Shakur Stevenson Needs a “Floyd Mayweather Moment” to Boost Popularity, Says Teddy Atlas
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson needs a “Floyd Mayweather moment,” according to Teddy Atlas, to build his popularity in the ... ...read more Shakur Stevenson Needs a “Floyd Mayweather Moment” to Boost Popularity, Says Teddy Atlas @ Boxing News 24/7...2024
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  • • Who is Artem Harutyunyan?
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  • • Harutyunyan Heaps Praise on Stevenson Ahead of Title Bout
    Looking like a well-dressed bank manager, challenger Artem Harutyunyan smothered WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson ... read more Harutyunyan Heaps Praise on Stevenson Ahead of Title Bout @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • Shakur Stevenson Opens up About Top Rank Issues, Reveals a Message to His Critics and Discusses July 6 Fight
    • Shakur Stevenson Opens up About Top Rank Issues, Reveals a Message to His Critics and Discusses July 6 Fight
    On Saturday, July 6, Shakur Stevenson (21-0, 10 KOs) will face Artem Harutyunyan (12-1, 7 KOs) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, for Stevenson‘s WBC lightweight title. The entire card will be shown live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ in the U.S. and Sky Sports in the U.K. and Ireland. Ahead of fight night, the Newark-born southpaw has spoken to Dan Rafael about fighting in hi...2024
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  • Three Possible Next Opponents for Gervonta Davis After KO Win Over Frank Martin
    • Three Possible Next Opponents for Gervonta Davis After KO Win Over Frank Martin
    On Saturday, June 15, Gervonta Davis (30-0, 28 KOs) impressed after a 14-month layoff as he stopped Frank Martin(18-1, 12 KOs) in round eight. The win for “Tank” ensured he retained his WBA lightweight title. The fight headlined a Premier Boxing Champions event at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. Fight fans in the U.S. and UK were able to catch the action as a pay-per-view ...2024
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  • Five Most Memorable Devin Haney Fights
    • Five Most Memorable Devin Haney Fights
    On Saturday, April 20, Devin Haney (31-0, 15 KOs) will clash with Ryan Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) for Haney’s WBC super lightweight title at the Barclays Center in New York City, NY on a card promoted by Matchroom Boxing and Golden Boy Promotions. The event will be available as a PPV on DAZN around the world. In preparation for these old amateur rivals meeting again, we are bringing you five memorable ...2024
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  • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
    • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
    Emanuel Navarrete will face Robson Conceicao in November | Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images Emanuel Navarrete will face Robson Conceicao in November with the WBO 130 lb title at stake. Emanuel Navarrete will defend his WBO junior lightweight title on Nov. 16 against Robson Conceicao. The fight will be on the undercard of Shakur Stevenson’s bout with Edwin De Los Santos for the vacant WB...2023
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  • • Highlights: Martin edges decision over Harutyunyan in WBC eliminator
    2023
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  • • Highlights and results: Zhang batters Joyce in upset TKO win
    Zhilei Zhang just couldn’t miss and upset Joe Joyce in London | Photo by James Chance/Getty Images Zhilei Zhang just couldn’t miss and upset Joe Joyce in London. Zhilei Zhang battered Joe Joyce en route to a sixth round stoppage today in London, a notable upset in the heavyweight division, and one that shifts the landscape at that weight, at least for a moment. Zhang (25-1-1, 20 KO) basica...2023
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  • • Go inside Stevenson’s camp as he prepares to face Yoshino
    Shakur Stevenson looks to work his way back to another world title in this weekend’s WBC eliminator. | Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images Take a look at Shakur Stevenson in training camp as he readies for his upcoming fight this weekend. WIth Shakur Stevenson set to take on Shuichiro Yoshino in a WBC lightweight eliminator bout this Saturday, Top Rank releases an insid...2023
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Top WBC Lightweight news

  • No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion
    • No highlights! Shakur Stevenson beats De Los Santos in dreadful fashion
    Shakur Stevenson had a poor performance, but won the WBC lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos | Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson had a poor performance, but won the WBC lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos. Shakur Stevenson became a three-division world champion tonight, but did so in a manner that can’t have impressed many, beating Edwin De Los Santos ...2023
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  • Stevenson and Martin come to terms for vacant title fight
    • Stevenson and Martin come to terms for vacant title fight
    Elsa/Getty Images and Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions Both men are 1-0 this year, as Shakur Stevenson beat Shuichiro Yoshino and Frank Martin beat Artem Harutyunyan Promotional differences weren’t enough to stop the WBC’s ordered clash between Top Rank’s Shakur Stevenson and TGB Promotions’ Frank Martin. Keith Idec reports that the two sides came to terms today just hours ahead of a sc...2023
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  • Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing
    • Shakur Stevenson announces retirement from boxing
    Shakur Stevenson says he’s giving up boxing at age 26 | Photo by Steve Marcus/Getty Images Shakur Stevenson says he’s giving up boxing at age 26. Shakur Stevenson has announced his retirement from boxing at age 26, posting to social media this evening. Stevenson, who currently holds the WBC lightweight title and has also won belts at featherweight and super featherweight, last fought in No...2024
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  • • Highlights and results: Zhang batters Joyce in upset TKO win
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Seeks New Opponent For WBC Lightweight Title Fight; Frank Martin Out
    2023
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  • • Undefeated WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson Announces Retirement
    Shakur Stevenson has taken to social media to announce his retirement from the sport after ... read more Undefeated WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson Announces Retirement @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Reverses Decision: Announces June Return
    WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson took to social media today to annoucement that he’s ending ... read more Shakur Stevenson Reverses Decision: Announces June Return @ Boxing News 24...2024
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  • • Navarrete vs Conceicao added to Shakur Stevenson card in November
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WBC Lightweight schedule, game

  • • Shakur Stevenson Announces ‘Monster’ Comeback Opponent: “He Better Not Duck”
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  • • Keyshawn Davis on why Shakur Stevenson is misunderstood
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Sets His Sights On Undefeated Fighter: “I’ll Beat The Hell Out Of Him”
    2024
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  • ‘Zepeda will not make it to Shakur’: Tevin Farmer on ‘do-or-die’ fight
    • ‘Zepeda will not make it to Shakur’: Tevin Farmer on ‘do-or-die’ fight
    Tevin Farmer aims to derail William Zepeda’s fight with Shakur Stevenson | Photo by Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy/Getty Images Tevin Farmer aims to derail William Zepeda’s fight with Shakur Stevenson. Tevin Farmer is looking to pull a big upset on Nov. 16 when he faces William Zepeda, and knows he has a shot to derail the unbeaten favorite’s planned 2025 fight with WBC lightweight titlist Shakur...2024
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  • Gary Russell Jr. Criticises Gervonta Davis and Devin Haney
    • Gary Russell Jr. Criticises Gervonta Davis and Devin Haney
    In a candid and fiery interview, former featherweight champion Gary Russell Jr. didn’t hold back in criticising two of boxing’s most talked-about fighters, Gervonta Davis and Devin Haney. According to Russell, both fighters have been strategically avoiding the toughest competition in their divisions, instead opting for safer opponents that do little to advance their careers or please boxing fans. ...2024
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  • • Shakur Stevenson Names The ‘Monster’ He Will ‘Dismantle’ In February Comeback Fight
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  • • Hand surgery KOs Stevenson
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  • • Hernandez beats Mattice by technical decision in DAZN main event
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  • Zurdo vs Billam-Smith set for November in Saudi Arabia
    • Zurdo vs Billam-Smith set for November in Saudi Arabia
    Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez and Chris Billam-Smith will meet in a cruiserweight unification | Frederic J. Brown/AFP via Getty Images and Steven Paston/PA Images via Getty Images Jose Ramirez vs Arnold Barboza Jr will be the chief support. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez and Chris Billam-Smith will meet in a cruiserweight title unification, headlining a Golden Boy-branded event on Nov. 16 in Saudi Ar...2024
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  • Official: Stevenson vs Cordina leads undercard for Beterbiev-Bivol
    • Official: Stevenson vs Cordina leads undercard for Beterbiev-Bivol
    Shakur Stevenson will face Joe Cordina in October | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images It’s official: Shakur Stevenson will face Joe Cordina on Oct. 12, plus much more! Shakur Stevenson will officially face Joe Cordina in the featured undercard bout on Oct. 12 in Riyadh, the show headlined by the long-awaited showdown between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. Stevenson (22-0, 10 KO) will be...2024
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WBC Lightweight rumors, scandals

  • • Shakur Stevenson agrees to shocking Oscar De La Hoya demand
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  • • Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda on February 22nd?
    There’s speculation that WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson will defend against William Zepeda on February ... read more Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda on February 22nd? @ Boxing News 24...2024
  • Shakur Stevenson Cruises to Comfortable Unanimous Decision Win
    • Shakur Stevenson Cruises to Comfortable Unanimous Decision Win
    Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) cruised to victory yet again, defeating Artem Harutyunyan (12-2, 7 KOs) by unanimous decision to remain world champion. Scores were 119-109, 118-110 and 116-112. With the win, Stevenson remains the WBC lightweight titlist, defending the title for the first time. He won the belt with a unanimous decision victory over Edwin De Los Santos in November last year. The fig...2024
  • Oscar De La Hoya Brutally Responds To Shakur Stevenson’s Retirement Announcement
    • Oscar De La Hoya Brutally Responds To Shakur Stevenson’s Retirement Announcement
    WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson has shockingly announced his retirement from boxing, although there are few that believe the sincerity of his statement, with Oscar De La Hoya quick to respond to Stevenson’s declaration. Stevenson outpointed Edwin De Los Santos back in November to become a three-division world champion, but despite his success, the victory […] The post Oscar De La H...2024

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