Claressa Shields, the self-proclaimed “G.W.O.A.T.,” is set to challenge Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse for the WBC heavyweight title on July 27 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. The event, broadcasted worldwide on DAZN, promises an exciting night of boxing with a strong undercard featuring rising stars and seasoned fighters.
Main Event: Claressa Shields vs. Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse
Claressa Shields (14-0) aims to add another title to her already impressive resume. Known for her record-setting achievements and two Olympic gold medals, Shields believes her skills can transfer to the heavyweight division against Lepage-Joanisse (7-1), who is currently on a four-fight win streak and recently won the WBC title.
Undercard Fights:
Michel Rivera vs. Hugo Roldan
- Division/Weight: Super Lightweight
- Rivera Record: 25-1
- Roldan Record: 22-2-1
Michel Rivera, ranked by the WBC, looks to continue his journey towards a title shot after bouncing back from his first loss. Hugo Roldan, fighting out of Argentina, aims to disrupt Rivera’s plans.
Shohjahon Ergashev vs. Julian Smith
- Division/Weight: Super Lightweight
- Ergashev Record: 24-1
- Smith Record: 8-2
Shohjahon Ergashev, a prominent IBF-ranked fighter, returns after a first-round knockout win. Julian Smith, on a two-fight win streak, hopes to make a statement against the Uzbek star.
Ernesto Mercado vs. Hector Edgardo Sarmiento
- Division/Weight: Super Lightweight
- Mercado Record: 15-0
- Sarmiento Record: 21-2
Ernesto Mercado, a rising prospect with a near-perfect knockout record, faces Hector Edgardo Sarmiento, who returns to the ring after a significant hiatus.
Samantha Worthington vs. Edina Kiss
- Division/Weight: Super Lightweight
- Worthington Record: 8-0
- Kiss Record: 16-20
Samantha Worthington, an undefeated fighter and the first to sign with Shields’ T-Rex Promotions, takes on veteran Edina Kiss, who has faced some of the biggest names in women’s boxing.
Husam Al Mashhadi vs. Bruno Leonardo Romay
- Division/Weight: Super Welterweight
- Mashhadi Record: 9-1
- Romay Record: 22-13
Husam Al Mashhadi, on a knockout streak, looks to continue his winning ways against Bruno Leonardo Romay, an experienced fighter from Argentina.
Cameran Pankey vs. Shaileik Paisley
- Division/Weight: Featherweight
- Pankey Record: 9-1
- Paisley Record: 4-4
Cameran Pankey aims to bounce back from a recent loss, while Shaileik Paisley seeks to extend his winning momentum.
Danielle Perkins vs. Christianne Fahey
- Division/Weight: Heavyweight
- Perkins Record: 4-0
- Fahey Record: 2-1
Danielle Perkins, a World Championships gold medalist, faces Christianne Fahey, who aims to recover from her last defeat.
Gordie Russ II vs. Josiah Shackleford
- Division/Weight: Super Welterweight
- Russ Record: 6-1
- Shackleford Record: 3-2
Gordie Russ II, known for his knockout power, takes on Josiah Shackleford, a Golden Gloves competitor looking to improve his record.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, July 27
- Time: 9 p.m. ET | 6 p.m. PT
- Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan
- How to Watch: DAZN
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Tickets: Available on StubHub starting at $29.
The event promises a night of thrilling boxing action, with Claressa Shields looking to make history once again and a robust undercard featuring some of the sport’s most promising talents.
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