The upcoming October 12th Riyadh Season card featuring Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol has sparked varying reactions among boxing fans, with British and American audiences holding starkly contrasting views. While US fans are expressing disappointment with the undercard, deeming it lackluster and uneventful, UK fans are finding value in the domestic matchups featured on the
Shakur Stevenson
The upcoming October 12th event featuring the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol fight will see Shakur Stevenson headlining the DAZN PPV. However, fans who were eagerly anticipating the Beterbiev-Bivol undisputed championship fight will now need to pay to watch Stevenson in a tune-up match against Joe Cordina, as the main event will be shown on
William Zepeda, with an impressive record of 31-0 and 27 knockouts, is looking to challenge Shakur Stevenson for his WBC lightweight title in February. As Stevenson’s next potential opponent, Zepeda is considered to be the most formidable challenger of Stevenson’s career. This fight will serve as a crucial stepping stone for Stevenson before a potential
Promoter Eddie Hearn recently announced signing Shakur Stevenson to a two-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing. This deal will feature Shakur defending his WBC lightweight title against Joe Cordina, followed potentially by a match against William Zepeda in early 2025. Hearn has expressed interest in matching Shakur against Gervonta Davis in the summer of the following
Matchroom’s recent signing of WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson for his upcoming fight against Joe Cordina raises questions about the nature of the promotional deal. Promoter Eddie Hearn has been tight-lipped about whether this is a one-fight arrangement or a long-term commitment. Given Stevenson’s recent performances, it may be prudent for Hearn to focus on
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight titleholder, has been criticized heavily for his decision to defend his title against Joe Cordina in his upcoming fight on October 12th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Many boxing fans, including Gervonta Davis’ assistant coach Kenny Ellis, have mocked the choice of opponent, calling it a “huge” fight. However, the backlash
Matchroom Boxing recently revealed the full undercard for the upcoming Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry light heavyweight clash scheduled for October 12th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event, which will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV, has stirred up mixed reactions among boxing fans and critics alike. WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson finds himself in an
The upcoming fight between WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and Joe Cordina on October 12th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has sparked some controversy among boxing fans. Stevenson, who will be fighting on the Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev undercard, is facing criticism for choosing Cordina as his opponent. This is largely due to the fact
The boxing world is abuzz with excitement as WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and former IBF 130-lb champion Joe Cordina are currently in talks for a potential fight. This matchup has the potential to be a thrilling showdown between two talented fighters from different weight classes. Early Discussions Confirmed Promoter Eddie Hearn has confirmed that
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh is enthusiastic about the prospect of putting together a mega-card that would feature Terence Crawford facing off against Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Shakur Stevenson taking on William Zepeda on the same night. However, the excitement surrounding this potential matchup has been overshadowed by controversy. Following Ortiz’s controversial victory over WBC interim
Turki Alalshikh and Oscar De La Hoya have been in discussions about teaming up to put together an exciting boxing event. The event could potentially feature a doubleheader with Terence Crawford facing Vergil Ortiz in one co-main event and Shakur Stevenson taking on William Zepeda in the other. Both Alalshikh and De La Hoya have
Promoter Oscar De La Hoya has expressed his interest in organizing a fight between William Zepeda and WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson. De La Hoya sees this potential matchup as significant, labeling it as “huge.” He believes that the willingness of both fighters to face each other makes them the perfect candidates for an exciting
WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson and #1 ranked contender William Zepeda are currently in talks for a potential fight that could take place in October. This matchup could be included on the Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev card on October 12th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Stevenson, with a record of 22-0 and 10 KOs, is
Shakur Stevenson recently debunked rumors spread by a popular YouTube channel claiming that a unification match between him and Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis was set for November 23rd. The WBC lightweight champion dismissed the news as “fake,” casting doubt on the validity of the alleged fight. Despite this, Stevenson did not confirm whether negotiations were taking
Terence Crawford’s desire to see Shakur Stevenson unify the 135-lb division may be rooted in good intentions, but the reality of the situation paints a different picture. Stevenson, although undefeated, has not shown the necessary talent to compete at the highest level in the lightweight division. The idea of silencing doubters and proving himself as