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Claressa Shields vs. Savannah Marshall

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Claressa Shields vs. Savannah Marshall

Last night at the O2 Arena in London, Claressa Sheilds won a unanimous decision over Savannah Marshall to become the undisputed women's middleweight champion. Image source: Sky Sports
Last night at the O2 Arena in London, Claressa Sheilds won a unanimous decision over Savannah Marshall to become the undisputed women’s middleweight champion. Image source: Sky Sports

Claressa Shields once again became the undisputed middleweight champion with a breathless points victory over Savannah Marshall in a thriller at the O2 Arena in London.

History was made as the fight was all-women’s and culminated in a long-awaited grudge match between two opponents with history as Marshall (12-1, KO10) defeated Shields (13-0, KO2) as an amateur before the American scored two Olympic gold medals and became the undisputed champion as a professional in the middleweight and super welterweight divisions. Marshall became the WBO middleweight champion in October 2020 and has defended three times, all on schedule.

Marshall came running to meet Shields from the first bell, but the American pounced on Marshall with multiple shots to the head and body midway through the first round. The pair traded to start the second, with Marshall landing a substantial right hand but then being caught by an uppercut as the frantic action continued. Shields’ speed gave her the edge against Marshall’s powerful striking, and the fourth saw her step out on the front foot, regularly out-boxing Marshall. Marshall rallied in the fifth, pinning Shields down in the corner, but “GWOAT” had the better of the exchanges.

Shields was excellent, although she was starting to tire in the sixth period, yet she still peppered her opponent with solid shots. Marshall had her best round yet in the seventh, landing decent hooks and body shots, and Shields was cut above the left eye in the eighth as Marshall gained confidence. In the penultimate round, the two men swapped places again and traded skin until the final bell, when the crowd was on its feet at the end.

Two scores of 97-93 and a third score of 96-94 allowed Shields to deservedly be declared the winner.

Baumgardner’s Unification

There were plenty of world titles on offer in the co-main event, with Alicia Baumgardner (13-1, KO7) adding the IBF and WBO super featherweight titles to her WBC belt with a split decision win over Mikaela Mayer (17-17-). 1, KO5).

There were a lot of pins and needles throughout the preparations and it was the Detroit native who came out on top in the injury battle.

Mayer started well, using her boxing skills to good effect, but Baumgardner found success in miniature, keen bursts. The pair attracted attention at various stages and it seemed that Mayer’s slick and clever boxing won the fight, but Baumgardner’s aggression seemed to win the fight in the end for the judges, and she won by two points, 96-95, topping the 97-93 score for Mayer.



Undercard remaining

Caroline Dubois (4-0, KO3) was once again in absolute form when the athlete stopped Milena Koleva (10-15-1, KO4) in the fifth round. Dubois knocked Koleva to the ground in the fourth round, and a session later, a body shot bent Koleva, and another attack left the guy stabbed on the ropes and the referee waved him off and stopped the fight.

In addition to Dubois, another pair of British Olympians were in action, with 2020 Olympic gold medalist Lauren Price (2-0, KO1) impressing with a fourth-round stoppage of welterweight Timea Belik (6-7, KO2). Price was a level ahead of her opponent and the fight was wisely called off as Belik came under ponderous fire.

Tokyo bronze medalist Karriss Artingstall (2-0, KO0) easily defeated Marina Sakharov (5-17-2, KO3) in the featherweight division.

April Hunter (6-1, KO0) followed up her rebuilding star’s first career loss and fought all six rounds at super welterweight against Erica Juana Gabriela Alvarez (3-7, KO0).

Sarah Liegmann (6-0, KO1) remained undefeated with a 59-55 victory over the always reliable super bantamweight Bec Connolly (3-16, KO0) on the judge’s scorecard. Ginny Fuchs (2-0, KO1) also remained excellent, winning all six rounds of her super flyweight bout against Gemma Ruegg (5-5, KO1). Also in the super flyweight division, Shannon Ryan (3-0, KO0) defeated Buchra El Quassi (3-3-3, KO1) 40-36. Georgia O’Connor (3-0, KO0) defeated Joyce Van Ee (2-1-1, KO1) in the super welterweight division.

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David Benavidez only had four words about Jake Paul and Mike Tyson

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There were boos as Paul coasted to victory over Tyson (Photo Credit: USAToday)

Benavidez was asked for his thoughts on the polarizing fight (Photo: Eshter Lin PBC, AFP)
Benavidez was asked for his thoughts on the polarizing fight (Photo: Eshter Lin PBC, AFP)

David Benavidez gave some harsh advice to Mike Tyson following his loss to Jake Paul last weekend.

Benavidez was one of millions of people around the world who witnessed Paul comfortably defeat an extremely faded Tyson to score wide unanimous decision victory.

At 58 years antique, “Iron Mike” looked like a shell of the man who ruled the heavyweight division in his prime, and some observers even believe he was carried by the YouTuber and could have been stopped at any time.

Despite the fact that the two only competed for two minutes, the fight was fully sanctioned and will go down in their records.

It was Tyson’s first professional fight since his loss to Kevin McBride in 2005, Benavidez said. Fighting Hub TV this should be his last.

Whistles rang out as Paul cruised to victory over Tyson (Photo: USAToday)
Boos rang out as Paul headed towards victory over Tyson (Photo: USAToday)

“He needs to retire.”

Offering further analysis, “The Mexican Monster” explained that he was simply relieved to see the former heavyweight king leave the ring unscathed.

“It was a good fight and a good turnout, but I don’t want to see Mike Tyson fight again. Let’s hope he says it.

“It was a good performance, Mike Tyson won there and earned well, and he deserves it. I’m just content he didn’t get injured there.

“Mike Tyson is Mike Tyson, but 60-year-old Mike Tyson is different.”

Benavidez was just glad that no one was hurt (photo: CBS Sports)
Benavidez was just glad that no one was hurt (photo: CBS Sports)

In a post-fight interview, Tyson seemed interested in fighting Jake’s brother, Logan, but has since insisted on social media that he will not return to the ring.

The series has reportedly attracted approximately 108 million viewers on Netflix, making it by far the most-watched boxing event in recent memory.

Tyson grossed an estimated $20 million, while “The Problem Child” is believed to have grossed about twice that amount.

Benavidez spoke at the press conference kicking off his Feb. 1 fight with David Morrell, which is widely considered to be one of the toughest of his career.

The pair will face each other at T-Mobile Arena on Amazon Prime pay-per-view, with the winner all but guaranteed a shot at the delicate heavyweight world title.

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Jake Paul calls out Conor McGregor after his victory over Mike Tyson

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There were boos as Paul coasted to victory over Tyson (Photo Credit: USAToday)

Paul gave McGregor a new challenge (photo: DAZN)
Paul gave McGregor a recent challenge (photo: DAZN)

After defeating Mike Tyson last weekend, Jake Paul once again expressed his desire to face UFC star Conor McGregor – only this time in an unusual style.

Paul threw plenty of taunts at McGregor in hopes of luring him into the ring, although the Irishman was largely reluctant to engage in any discussion.

“The Problem Child” faced widespread criticism after the fight against Tyson, who at 58 looked like a shell of his former self.

Even though the main event wasn’t much of a competition, it was a show it reportedly attracted 60 million viewers north on the streaming giant Netflix’s platform, making it by far the most watched boxing event in recent times.

Paul seems to have a penchant for large names now and took to Twitter to try and get McGregor to fight MMA.

Whistles rang out as Paul cruised to victory over Tyson (Photo: USAToday)
Boos rang out as Paul headed towards victory over Tyson (Photo: USAToday)

“Dear Conor, I know you told my team you would fight me at 170 pounds. This never happens.

“But let’s do it in MMA. No weight category. Just like it used to be done. But you won’t.

‘The Notorious’ quickly responded by writing the following (now deleted) tweet, accompanied by a photo of 82-year-old US politician Mitch McConnell.

“Nakisa has already judged me, boy, this guy will be next after you. Good luck, buddy.

McGregor has so far been reluctant to take on Paul (Image: Reuters)
McGregor has so far been reluctant to fight Paul (Image: Reuters)

Paul McGregor fighting in the ring would not only be a test of skill, but also of ego. While McGregor has plenty of experience, Paul’s speed, size and unconventional approach to boxing could create an unpredictable outcome.

However, the Dubliner would be a huge favorite if they managed to get a fight inside the Octagon, even though Paul was younger and bigger.

Regardless of who wins, the fight will be a monumental payday for both fighters, and the fight will almost certainly be one of the most entertaining ever.

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Gilberto Ramirez vs. Chris Billam-Smith

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Ramirez defeated Goulamirian last time out and now takes on Billam-Smith (Golden Boy)

Ramirez and Billam-Smith fight for cruiserweight supremacy (Riyadh season)
Ramirez and Billam-Smith fight for cruiserweight supremacy (Riyadh season)

This Saturday, Latino Night will take place in Riyad, and the main event will be the fight for the WBA cruiserweight title from Mexico, Gilberto Ramirez, against the head of the WBO, Chris Billam-Smith.

DAZN is broadcasting the Ramirez vs Billam-Smith fight live.

Despite great potential and a reign as the WBO super middleweight champion, Ramirez (46-1, 30 KO) has largely won against an unnamed opponent.

He ultimately lost the team’s undefeated record in November 2022. clearly defeated by Dmitry Bivol in the fight for the WBA (Super) featherlight heavyweight title.

The move to the cruiserweight division saw some of his best performances, and a wide-scoring victory over Joe Smith Jr paved the way for a world title fight in which he won the WBA belt by defeating Arsen Goulamirian ten rounds to two in March.

Ramirez defeated Goulamirian after the last break and will now face Billam-Smith (Golden Boy)
Ramirez defeated Goulamirian after the last break and will now face Billam-Smith (Golden Boy)

After a career-opening loss to Richard Riakporhe, Billam-Smith (20-1, 13 KO) rose through the ranks, eventually winning the WBO belt with a majority decision victory over Lawrence Okolie, with Okolie losing a total of three times.

The Bournemouth man then forced Mateusz Masternak to retire after eight rounds, with Billam-Smith trailing on two scorecards, and last defended in June, taking revenge on Riakporhe by scoring points at Selhurst Park.

Riakporhe had no answer for Billam-Smith (Photo: Lawrence Lustig, Boxxer)
Riakporhe had no answer for Billam-Smith (Photo: Lawrence Lustig, Boxxer)

Prediction: Ramirez is always huge no matter what weight he fights at, and will be the biggest test of Billam-Smith’s career. I think this may be a bridge too far for the Englishman and Ramirez may score in the later rounds.

Ramirez and Barboza go to war

A massive clash with world title implications awaits us at the last minute as former unified super lightweight world champion Jose Carlos Ramirez (29-1, 18 KO) meets Arnold Barboza Jr (30-0, 11 KO) within twelve rounds.

Since his only loss to Josh Taylor to clear the division in 2021, Ramirez has fought once a year, defeating Jose Pedraza (UD12), Richard Commey (KO11) and Rances Barthelemy (UD12) to be the number one contender for the WBC title.

Recently, Ramirez overtook Barthelemy (photo: Golden Boy / Cris Esqueda)
Recently, Ramirez overtook Barthelemy (photo: Golden Boy / Cris Esqueda)

Barboza is long undefeated and has boxed twice in 2024, which included an eighth-round retirement victory over Xolisani Ndongeni, followed by a split decision victory over Sean McComb last time out. This is his first scheduled appearance in twelve innings, after eight innings played in ten innings.

Prediction: I’m leaning towards the more experienced Ramirez who will get the job done on points.

The farmer has everything to do with Zepeda

The WBC interim lightweight title is up for grabs and the talented William Zepeda (31-0, 27 KO) will face Tevin Farmer (33-6-1, 8 KO).

Zepeda is worth watching, as he has been at a championship level in his last five fights. All of his last four fights ended early, and after forcing Maxie Hughes to retire after four rounds in March, he knocked out Giovanni Cabrera in three in July.

Zepeda is in devastating form (photo: Cris Esqueda, Golden Boy)
Zepeda is in devastating form (photo: Cris Esqueda, Golden Boy)

Former IBF featherweight champion Farmer is coming off a hard-fought points loss to Raymond Muratalla. Zepeda should be too heated for Farmer here and could win early.

Minimum weight world champion titles up for grabs

The next fight for the world title will take place in the minimum weight class, where Oscar Collazo (10-0, 7 KO) should defend the WBO belt for the fourth time by defeating Thammanoon Niyomtrong (25-0, 9 KO).

Collazo is one of Golden Boy's brightest stars (photo: Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy Promotions)
Collazo is one of Golden Boy’s brightest stars (photo: Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy Promotions)
The return of Duarte and Ziyad

Oscar Duarte (27-2-1, 22 KO) can ensure his twelve-round super lightweight fighter scores points against Botirzhon Akhmedov (10-3, 9 KO), and welterweight contender Ziyad Almaayouf (6-0, 1 KO) should win at this gala. cards over six against Juan Carlos Ramirez Garcia (5-6, 0 KO).

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