By Mohamed Bahaa In a dazzling display of skill and power, Claressa Shields solidified her position as one of the greatest boxers of all time by knocking out WB
In a dazzling display of skill and power, Claressa Shields solidified her position as one of the greatest boxers of all time by knocking out WBC heavyweight champion Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in the second round on Saturday night. With this victory, Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, claimed championship titles in her fourth and fifth weight divisions, making history once again.
Reflecting on her remarkable journey, Shields proudly declared, “What I’ve been able to do in my career, from the amateur to the pros, I’m definitely top five. If you want to put me up there next to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Serena Williams, Muhammad Ali—I’m definitely in that conversation.” Saturday's fight marked Shields’ return to the boxing ring after a 14-month hiatus, during which she successfully defended her undisputed middleweight title with a unanimous decision over Maricela Cornejo. During this period, she also ventured into mixed martial arts, achieving a 2-1 record, and made significant adjustments to her training regimen. She added 15 pounds before dropping five to weigh in just under the 175-pound limit, ensuring she maintained her speed and power.
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