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After Terence Crawford, Claressa Shields Adds to Laila Ali’s Wounds in One Line

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It likely came as a surprise to many. A few days ago, Terence Crawford weighed in on a long-running debate in the world of women’s boxing: Who is the greatest of all time – Laila Ali or Claressa Shields? Typically, Claressa Shields is quick to respond when her name is mentioned in such high-stakes discussions. But for nearly a week, there was silence. Some may have thought Crawford’s praise slipped under the radar of the multi-division champion. But that wasn’t the case.

Claressa Shields has responded. Loud and clear. Taking to Twitter, Shields shared the clip from Crawford’s recent appearance on ‘Club Shay Shay.’ The exchange occurred at the end of the interview, when host Shannon Sharpe brought up her name. The timing of the praise is particularly significant. In recent weeks, Shields has been in the spotlight for trading verbal jabs with fellow fighters Amanda Serrano and Alycia Baumgardner. Against that backdrop, Crawford’s endorsement serves as a powerful reaffirmation of what Shields and her supporters have long maintained: when it comes to women’s boxing, she stands alone at the top.

Claressa Shields: There’s no question about it

“ALL FACTS!!!!” tagging the ‘Club Shay Shay’ post that featured the viral clip, Shields wrote in her tweet. It displayed the footage where Shannon Sharpe asked Terence Crawford, “Clarissa Shields, I don’t think there’s really any question that she’s the best woman boxer today.” But before Sharpe could continue, Crawford jumped in, “Of all time.”

The response baffled the former NFL tight end. “You’re putting her over Laila Ali?” he asked Crawford. The former undisputed refused to budge from his stand. “All time,” he repeated, then added, “and I love Laila.” Sharpe pressed further, asking how Shields compares to another icon, Christy Martin. After all, ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ was a trailblazer. Reportedly, she inspired Laila Ali herself to take up boxing.

Yet Crawford doubled down on his position. “All time…there’s no comparison…at all all time,” he said emphatically. “I love Laila too…but ain’t nobody coming close to Clarissa…two-time Olympic gold medalist…three-time undisputed.” He briefly stumbled over the exact number of divisions Shields has dominated. But his message was clear: Claressa Shields is in a league of her own.

Claressa Shields and Laila Ali

To provide some context, both Crawford and Sharpe acknowledged that women’s boxing, especially at higher weight classes, has historically offered fewer opportunities than men’s boxing. But despite these limitations, Shields has carved out an exceptional legacy. “She’s the best of what’s out there, of what’s ever been out there.”

Why does it carry so much meaning?

This praise carries extra weight considering the source. Terence Crawford is a two-division undisputed champion and a future Hall of Famer. As he gears up for what many see as one of the biggest fights of the modern era, his endorsement of Shields is more than just a compliment. It’s a career-defining validation.

What makes Crawford’s words even more impactful is the ongoing tension between Shields and Laila Ali. Following her victory over Danielle Perkins on February 2, Shields reignited their rivalry by saying, “I love to bring Savannah Marshall to the USA and tap that a** again, um, really, and it’s always on the table if Cris Cyborg or Laila Ali want to fight.”

At 47 and nearly two decades into retirement, it’s unlikely that Laila Ali will step into the ring again. But for fans who have long debated the GOAT in women’s boxing, hearing Crawford declare Shields the greatest of all time must have been music to their ears.

What do you think? Do you agree with Terence Crawford’s take on Claressa Shields’ legacy?

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Boxing Legend Christy Martin Picks Winner Of A Claressa Shields vs Laila Ali Fight

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Who would win between Laila Ali and Claressa Shields In A Hypthetical Match-up? Christy Martin a women’s boxing legend in her own right makes an official prediction.

Boxing legend Christy Martin recently weighed in on the ongoing feud between two of the biggest names in the history of women’s boxing: Claressa Shields and Laila Ali.

Shields, the undefeated multi-division world champion who labels herself the greatest woman fighter ever, has called for a fight against Ali, the retired undefeated champion and daughter of Muhammad Ali, who many fight fans know simply as “The Greatest.”

During a recent episode of the Boxing Voice, Martin made her views clear:

“Laila would smoke her,” Martin said emphatically, pointing to the significant power differential between the two fighters.

Martin added important context: during Ali’s professional career, she won 21 of her 24 fights by knockout. Shields, by contrast, has gone the distance in most of her 16 victories, recording only three stoppage wins.

Notably, Christy Martin was one of Laila Ali’s knockout victims, having faced Ali in 2003.

“You see how big Laila is?” she asked the interviewer.

Claressa Shields and Laila Ali

For comparison, Shields is officially listed at 5’8″ and has recently competed at heavyweight in her career. At the same time, Ali stood at 5’11” and had a natural size advantage in the super middleweight division.

Martin, known as “The Coal Miner’s Daughter,” also scolded Shields for repeatedly calling out a retired fighter. Laila Ali has not fought in almost two decades.

“Why don’t you pick on someone that’s your age and weight?”

In recent years, Claressa Shields has gained attention by highlighting not only female champions but also elite male boxers, including Gennady Golovkin and Keith Thurman. Martin was unimpressed by this bravado, adding:

“You can’t even knock out women — how are you going to knock out a guy?”

Christy Martin, who was the first female boxer inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame in 2016, retired with a record of 49 wins (31 KOs), 7 losses, and 3 draws. She held multiple world titles across her storied career and is widely regarded as a pioneer for women’s boxing.

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Who Is Claressa Shields Dating? Everything to Know About the

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Who Is Claressa Shields Dating? Everything to Know About the Undefeated Professional Boxer

Claressa Shields is one of the best in the professional boxing world. The female boxer is only 29 years old, yet has already left an indescribable mark on the sport. Shields won her last match against Danielle Perkins, becoming the first ever undisputed women’s heavyweight champion. The boxer recently had a movie release, showcasing her origin story. The movie, titled “The Fire Inside” starred Ryan Destiny and covered everything from her humble beginnings through her rise to basketball fame.

Here’s everything you should know about the professional boxer’s life outside the sport.

Is Claressa Shields in a Relationship?

Shields’s personal life is subject to intense scrutiny and curiosity. She recently opened up about her relationship with rapper Papoose.

The boxer and rapper’s connection became public in late 2024 amid Papoose’s separation from his estranged wife, Remy Ma. Despite the public scrutiny, Shields has expressed profound appreciation for Papoose’s unique support and understanding. She described their bond as transformative, highlighting how his encouragement differs from her past experiences. Shields emphasized that Papoose is not only her partner but also her best friend, with whom she shares deep conversations and mutual respect. Initially, she preferred to keep their relationship private to avoid external judgment, aiming to cherish their moments away from public scrutiny. However, following Remy Ma’s public disclosure of their relationship, Shields and Papoose have chosen to embrace their partnership openly. Papoose has been visibly supportive, accompanying Shields during significant events, including her historic title fight in Flint, Michigan, where she became the first boxer—male or female—to achieve undisputed status in three different weight divisions. Their relationship, though emerging from complex circumstances, appears to be a source of mutual support and affection, with both expressing happiness in their union.

Claressa Shields

Papoose and Remy Ma’s previous dates back to 2004. The two married in 2016 before welcoming two children, a daughter Reminisce Mackenzie and a son Jayson Scott. The influential hip hop couple announced their split in 2024, both Remy Ma and Papoose posting screenshots on their official Instagram accounts.

Does Claressa Shields Have Children?

As of February 2025, Claressa Shields does not have biological children. In 2014, she attempted to adopt her cousin’s newborn daughter, Klaressa, and cared for her for eight months. However, Essentially Sports reports that due to legal challenges, she lost custody. This experience has influenced her views on motherhood, leading her to focus on inspiring young girls through her athletic achievements. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Shields expressed, “I don’t want to have kids. I want to inspire young girls and give them hope.”

Early Life and Career

Born on March 17, 1995, in Flint, Michigan, Shields started boxing at 11. Her father, Clarence “Bo Bo” Shields, introduced her to the sport and was actually a former amateur fighter. Shields says that growing up in Flint wasn’t easy. In her adolescence, she tackled poverty, death and abuse. Boxing served as a creative outlet for her.

“You put in the hard work, you win. You slack off, you lose. So when I say boxing is the only thing that loved me back, I put in so much heart into boxing, and guess what I did? I won,” she said on the sports podcast “The Art of Ward.” “I keep winning because it loves me how I love it.”

By the time she was 17 years old, Shields was the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing. She trained for those 2012 Olympic Games under the leadership of Jason Crutchfield, who became a father figure in her life.

Claressa Shields’s Track Record

Since then, Shields has increasingly excelled in her professional boxing career. During the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, she won a gold medal. In 2019, Shields defeated Christina Hammer and made history, as the only boxer, male or female, to unify all four major boxing titles (the WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO) in a single weight class. As of today, her record stands at a 16-0.

What Is Claressa Shields’s Net Worth?

Although Shields solidified her status as one of the best female boxers in the history of the sport, the boxers’ estimated net worth is around $1 million. Throughout her career, she has used her success to shine a light on the pay disparity in women’s sports, especially in boxing. After her 2025 historic boxing match, she spoke about wanting more profitable endorsements.

“I think I want to keep fighting and let it set in at the very end because I haven’t gotten all my endorsements and all my sponsorships yet,” she told Fight Sports. “I have some, but it’s like I’m waiting to get that $20 million from Adidas or $30 million from Under Armour and Nike. I’m looking to get there, you know? I want to represent all these companies, so I have some work to do.”

The post Who Is Claressa Shields Dating? Everything to Know About the Undefeated Professional Boxer appeared first on 21Ninety.

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Let Her Cook! Claressa Shields Has The Internet Gaggin’ After She Popped Out Wearing THIS (PHOTOS)

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Claressa Shields is applying that pressure and keeping her foot on necks! The boxer posted some new pics on the ‘gram, and the internet is losing it over how her fashion game is on the up and up!

Claressa Shields Pops Out & Breaks Necks

Claressa Shields dropped the heat on Instagram on Wednesday, April 23. She uploaded a photo dump that showed her rocking a black blazer that she paired with a bodycon minidress. Shields leveled up her look with a pair of platform strappy sandals, a Chanel bag, and a fitted cap. Her caption matched the energy in the photos perfectly as she wrote, “Killin You Heaux 🥶”

Claressa didn’t just light up social media with her outfit — folks were here for Papoose poppin’ up in the post too. The rapper was boo’d up with his lady at what looked like an event. One pic shows Claressa with her feet kicked up on Pap while they are cheesing like two lovebirds.

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The Roommates flooded The Shade Room’s comment section with reactions to Claressa’s pics. A bunch of folks gave her props for stepping out and looking fire. Peep some of their thoughts below.

Claressa Swaps Gloves For A Mic

Shields had the internet buzzin’ after she dropped a new freestyle on Instagram earlier this month. She posted a video of herself spittin’ bars while she posted up in front a luxury. Throughout her hot 16, Claressa called herself the “face splitter” and she also let folks know she’s in a different tax bracket. Peep Claressa’s full free style below.

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American Shields tests positive for marijuana

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American Claressa Shields is under investigation after testing positive for marijuana following her win over heavyweight Danielle Perkins on 3 February in Michigan.

The 29-year-old – who is a three-weight undisputed champion – has been suspended from fighting in the state by the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission.

Shields tested positive after providing an “oral fluid sample” after the fight.

Marijuana is banned in-competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada).

American sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson missed the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 after receiving a one-month ban following a positive drugs test for marijuana.

The WBO, which is a sanctioning body and does not have the power to suspend boxers, has requested a “show notice” from Shields, asking her to explain herself, while the Michigan Commission has opened its own investigation into whether she should face disciplinary action.

“Ms Shields’ conduct as a licensed professional boxer constitutes an imminent threat to the integrity of professional boxing, the public interest, and the welfare and safety of professional athletes,” the Michigan Commission said.

Last week, Shields addressed rumours of a failed drugs test on social media, saying she was a “clean athlete”.

BBC Sport has contacted Shields for comment.

Under the WBC’s clean boxing programme, Shields and Perkins would have been subject to drug testing by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency (Vada).

Shields won gold at the Olympics aged 17 and has won titles in multiple weights as a professional boxer.

She is undefeated in 16 fights and was the first boxer, male or female, to win undisputed titles in three different weights in the four-belt era.

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Claressa Shields And Amanda Serrano’s War of Words Is Good For Boxing

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Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano aren’t just two of the greatest women’s boxers in the world today, they are among the best of all time.

Over the past few years, the women have rarely spoken directly to one another on social media, but there have been a few references that fight fans could take as under-the-radar jabs from both sides.

Apparently, Serrano and Shields had time on Wednesday, April 16.

Whether you enjoy seeing them bicker or not, there’s no question their beef is good for women’s boxing. Here’s how the latest potentially foundational building block to an enormous event unfolded.

It took Shields just over an hour to reply, and she added a bit of emphasis on her response.

As others chimed in to make their opinions known, Shields’ manager Mark Taffet took to social media to defend his client. “Ain’t nothing in this world wrong with being second best to a once in a lifetime Claressa Shields.”

Serrano had been ignoring the chatter after the initial response, but likely out of respect for Taffet, she did follow up with another post.

I’d spoken with Shields’ promoter Dmitry Salita on Tuesday and again on Wednesday after the dust began to kick up. Salita talked about his recent signing of multiple-division world champion Franchon Crews-Dezurn.

He offered some clarity for the cold war turned hot between Shields and Serrano. As many may expect, this is about respect and recognition in a space where few women have been respected and recognized.

“Shields has been a trailblazer for women’s boxing, opening the door for greater opportunities, visibility, and respect in the sport,” Salita said to me via text. “Her achievements have helped create a platform for other talented fighters like Amanda Serrano, Alycia Baumgardner, and many others to thrive on a global stage. Her impact continues to elevate women’s boxing and inspire the next generation.”

Shields has been fighting and clawing for every ounce of respect since she turned pro after a stellar run as one of the greatest American Olympians of the century. Because she was the first of her generation to take a major step in pay and recognition, she is seemingly always trying to ensure that respect remains on her name.

Don’t let Serrano’s humble words fool you. Her actions suggest she is just as consumed with recognition, compensation, and respect as Shields—it just comes through differently.

And what about Taylor? She’s set to clash with Serrano for a third time on July 11 at Madison Square Garden on Netflix.

I mean, she has only lost once in her career—a majority decision defeat to Chantelle Cameron. However, she avenged that loss in a rematch six months later.

Taylor has not only beaten Amanda Serrano, she’s also defeated her sister Cindy, Natasha Jonas, Delfine Persoon (twice), and Jessica McCaskill in her career. She’s like Tim Duncan. Why does she consistently get left out of the GWOAT conversation?

Claressa Shields 

“The opportunities that exist today for fighters like Amanda Serrano, Alycia Baumgardner, and others are built on the foundation Claressa helped lay,” Salita continued. “It’s important not to diminish that truth with false narratives—because these are not opinions, they are facts.”

As it is, Shields is the GWOAT. She’s never lost. She’s won titles at every weight class, and truth be told, she is the fighter who deserves the same opportunities that Serrano and Taylor have received.

It’s unclear what has prevented her from receiving them up to now, but I think this could all be leading to something huge.

“It’s great for the sport of boxing that a celebrity like Jake Paul recognizes the value in what Claressa Shields has built and sees a business opportunity in women’s boxing,” Salita said. “That kind of visibility can help grow the sport. But let’s also be clear about the facts—Claressa paved the way.”

Anyone smell a story here? I do.

I spoke to Salita about the possibilities of Shields and Crews-Dezurn participating in what would be the biggest night in the history of women’s boxing. Imagine a card with Serrano, Shields, Taylor, Baumgardner, Crews-Dezurn, Shadasia Green, Savannah Marshall, Mikaela Mayer, Cris Cyborg, new-MVP-fighters Dina Thorslund, Ramla Ali, Naomy Valle, and Nat “No Love” Dove on the card.

That may sound a bit ambitious. It is, but it is definitely not out of the realm of possibility. Quite honestly, Mayer is probably the toughest get because she’s with Top Rank.

That’s a card that, if placed on the right weekend, would take over the combat sports weekend. This beef between Shields and Serrano could lay the groundwork for an event like that; and while lucrative for Shields and Serrano, it would also be arguably the best seed the two all-time greats could plant for the sport once they’ve hung up the gloves.

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Claressa Shields And Amanda Serrano Engage In ‘Disrespectful’ War Of Words

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There is no love lost between Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano, who are two of the world’s best pound-for-pound female boxers. This is largely owed to past comments that Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) co-founder Nakisa Badarian has made about Shields, the most recent of which came on April 13.

Badarian, who promotes Serrano and Alycia Baumgardner and has been trying to secure a fight between Baumgardner and Shields, said that Shields, “Is walking at around 190 [pounds] right now,” while Baumgardner is about 135 pounds.

“If Claressa Shields wants the biggest payday of her life, she’s going to have to get to a weight that makes sense for Alycia Baumgardner,” he added.

Shields didn’t appreciate this sentiment, which has been shown by a social media tirade over the past day or so.

Serrano has since called Shield out directly on X Wednesday by saying, “Claressa you are one of the best and I will always admire what you have accomplished. But over the past 3 years you have constantly made disrespectful comments about my company, my promoter, my accomplishments and the people I care about, who have changed my life and have made it a point to support women’s boxing on the biggest stages possible.

“It’s time to recognize this and move forward on separate paths. I will always be a big fan of your in ring accomplishments. Stay Well”.

It didn’t take long for Shields to respond.

“I’ve been took my Stand with you. I’ve never not once disrespected your accomplishments. 7 division world champ. The truth is you like being sneaky and dissing me in a nice way. Now that I’m calling it out it’s a problem. Your promoter, company came out the gate disrespecting me, you know it too. I personally inboxed you MYSELF! They continued. Now we are here: I’m not one of the best! I AM THE BEST! Focus on your fight @Serranosisters !!!!” she wrote.

There’s clearly some unresolved issues between these two parties.

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Jake Paul Finally Delivers 4-Word Verdict on Claressa Shields vs. MVP Promotions Drama

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Perhaps, with no sign of Claressa Shields raising the olive branch, it was time Team Jake Paul and MVP decided to set the record straight and bring the matter to an end. Though it’s been a few years since it began, witnessing some of the most colorful exchanges, the world champion and MVP camp’s beef intensified particularly during the last few days.

For a change, the initial rounds had Shields and Amanda Serrano talking about the weather. It delighted the fans. However, they were taken aback when Shields went full throttle, following MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian’s recent comments that seemingly questioned her legacy. The backstory of Shields reportedly seeking a ticket for the Serrano-Katie Taylor trilogy tickled briefly. But for how long are you going to overlook and respond every time a post appears? In this strange tale of social media squabble, the MVP team decided to take up the cudgels and lodge a parting shot.

Jake Paul: Hitting the nail on the head

“Big boss has spoken,” Jake Paul said. His words basically followed Amanda Serrano’s powerful retort. On July 11, the Puerto Rican multi-division champion will meet rival Katie Taylor for the third time. However, time and again, she found her name pitted against Claressa Shields. The cognoscenti are aware. Even if the two sides agree, primarily on account of the sheer weight difference, the potential fight faces a huge hurdle.

So as much as they are aware of the fact, Serrano and several others have time and again highlighted, there’s no need to take the rivalry to the ring. Shields, Serrano, Taylor, and others are all true champions in their own spheres. Each of them has earned recognition in their field. So there’s no reason to collide.

But it seems the banter somehow touched a raw nerve. So calling out Shields directly, Serrano said, “Claressa, you are one of the best, and I will always admire what you have accomplished.” But there’s a problem. Over the years, Shields has expressed nothing but disrespect to those who care about her and want to take women’s boxing to the next level, according to her.

“Over the past 3 years you have constantly made disrespectful comments about my company, my promoter, my accomplishments, and the people I care about, who have changed my life and have made it a point to support women’s boxing on the biggest stages possible,” Amanda Serrano said.

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So it was time Shields understood. They no longer walk the same road. It’s better to leave things where they stood. Serrano concluded, “It’s time to recognize this and move forward on separate paths. I will always be a big fan of your in-ring accomplishments. Stay Well.”

Of course, Jake Paul’s post attracted a fair share of comments and reactions. However, by adding feelings to his star charge’s hard-hitting realization, it’s clear where things currently stand.

Separate paths to greatness

Earlier, while highlighting the challenges to their potential showdown, Serrano made her stance clear and appreciated how, including herself, everyone holds Shields in high regard. Her accomplishments remain unmatched. To her credit, the two-time Olympic gold medalist appreciated the attempt and ended the discussion by jokingly seeking a ticket for Serrano’s upcoming fight.

Perhaps there’s some point in what Amada Serrano said. The highest division Serrano ever climbed was 147 pounds. Shields, on the other hand, made it to the heavyweight division and became an undisputed champion for the third time. Per her own confession, the lowest she can drop to is 154 pounds. Thus any chance of a clash remains unrealistic.

It’s understandable. Especially at higher divisions, there’s an apparent lack of competition in women’s boxing. So Shields might have to readjust her weight so she can continue to challenge herself and cement her great legacy further.

Do you foresee the Claressa Shields-MVP squabble continuing for some more time?

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Ripped Apart by Claressa Shields, Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions Settles the Score in Unique Style

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The long-standing beef between Claressa Shields and Jake Paul and his MVP Promotions has reignited once again. The rivalry has flared up again. It started with a few indirect shots and social media callouts, but things got more intense after Jake Paul’s big win over Mike Tyson at AT&T Stadium last November. So what’s happening now?

The two-time Olympic gold medalist didn’t hold back at the time and said, “I don’t think Jake Paul has the skills to get inside the ring with me.” Since then, things have only heated up between their camps. Reacting to comments made by MVP’s newly signed Alycia Baumgardner and co-founder Nakisa Bidarian, Shields gave us another intense response. But there was another twist, MVP responded with a witty clapback of their own to all of this. On February 7, Shields made history by defeating Danielle Perkins in a heavyweight showdown, becoming boxing’s first three-division undisputed world champion. Meanwhile, Baumgardner is gearing up to feature in the highly anticipated Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor trilogy fight at Madison Square Garden this July.

From powerful moves to powerful words: Claressa Shields vs. MVP

Now, in response to Bidarian’s remarks, Claressa Shields taunted, “How you look at @MostVpromotions when they say I need them to make money! Gwoat been here before y’all even thought about women’s boxing! I’m the first to make a million! Y’all Forgot!? That’s ok. Imma remind yall! ”

So where did the drama really start? During a press interview, Bidarian joined Baumgardner in addressing speculation around a potential Shields-Baumgardner matchup. He dismissed the idea, citing a significant weight gap between the two fighters. Shields is walking around at 190 lbs., while Alycia is 132–133 lbs. So Bidarian highlighted, “If Clarissa Shields wants the biggest payday of her life, she’s going to have to figure out how to get to a weight class that makes sense for Alycia, right? That’s just the reality of it.”

According to him, MVP leads the charge in creating high-profile women’s boxing events. Not Shields’ camp. So, if Shields wants in on a major event (a bout with Baumgardner?), she may have to go by MVP’s conditions.

Shields didn’t take those words lightly. She first responded with laughter: “😂😂😂 I laughed so hard seeing this. I’m a 5-weight division, 17x world champ, and 4x undisputed! I don’t have to go down to nowhere. 🤣🤣 I’ve been making millions! And talking about 190 😆😆, you forgot I was undisputed at 154! It’s called conquering, b***hes! Try it!”

MVP holds its ground amid Shields’ jabs

Later she defended her legacy and fired back, shutting down criticism about her weight. She rejected the idea that MVP is responsible for her financial or professional success. “I’m the first woman to make a million in 2022,” Shields stressed.

But as it turned out, the team at MVP wasn’t willing to back down. There posted a strong reply, “Oh, we see you GWOAT making all that money. We love it. Here is the link for the VIP tickets. Thank you for supporting the event.”

Interestingly, the ticket issue has its own backstory. Just days earlier, Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano had a friendly exchange online. Later, Shields jokingly requested front-row seats for MVP’s upcoming fight night: “Since we’re being so loving, I’ll need 2 front-row tickets for July 11th!”

So in the latest interview, when the reporter broached the matter, Bidarian added, “The issue is Remy Ma has a guest of the event with Amanda Serrano, so I just got to figure that out.”

With social media sparring and subtle jabs coming from both sides, the Shields-MVP rivalry doesn’t seem to be ending anytime soon, it seems.

Could Claressa Shields ever join MVP to elevate her career to an even higher level? Or will she continue carving her own path as boxing’s self-made queen?

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Claressa Shields Loses Out on Millions After Alleged Lies by Jake Paul’s Promotion

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Three-division undisputed champion Claressa Shields is arguably the biggest name in women’s boxing today, drawing attention from all corners of the sport. Everyone wants a share of the lucrative spotlight she commands. However, Shields may have missed out on millions after calling out alleged false claims made by Most Valuable Promotions, owned by Jake Paul.

You see, Shields and MVP’s latest signing, Alycia Baumgardner, have been beefing for quite a while now. The prominent figures in women’s boxing, who were once on good terms with each other, have been involved in verbal sparring, public confrontations, and heated debates about a potential fight between them.

Since the tension between them began, a fight has failed to materialize between them, mainly because of the sheer weight difference between the two. While Shields fights in middleweight and higher weight classes, Baumgardner has never gone above 135 pounds. The weight issue came up in a recent interview, where MVP Co-Founder Nakisa Bidarian made some comments.

When asked about a potential fight between the pair, he said, “I think Claressa Shields is walking around like a 190 lbs right now. Alycia is walking around at 132-133. So, if Claressa Shields wants the biggest payday of her life, she’s gonna have to figure out how to get to a weight class that makes sense for Alycia Baumgardner, right?”

If you know Claressa Shields, you know she proudly considers herself the A-side—and rightfully so. So, it’s no surprise that Nakisa Bidarian’s statement didn’t sit well with ‘T-Rex.’ In response, Shields took to X to call out what she described as lies from Most Valuable Promotions. “Weak a** Pinocchio looking mf talking bout my weight,” she wrote.

“Like I’m not undisputed heavyweight champ at 175, and most fighters’ weights fluctuate in and out of camp,” Shields added, clarifying any doubts about her weight. ‘T-Rex’ went on to highlight that she doesn’t need MVP to make millions. “But to say I need @MostVpromotions to make my millions like @SalitaProm ain’t been putting on is CRAZY!”

Shields signed with Salita Promotions back in June 2017 and has been working with them for a little less than 8 years. “I’m the first woman to make a million [in] 2022,” she concluded. However, despite her claim, both Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor are also believed to have earned seven figures from a single bout. Who truly broke that barrier first remains unclear.

But the question is, is a fight between Claressa Shields and Alycia Baumgardner even possible?

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Claressa Shields shuts down chances of fighting Alycia Baumgardner

Two months ago, Claressa Shields firmly shut down the possibility of facing Alycia Baumgardner, calling her a “non-factor” and “not even someone who I would consider to fight.” Despite past tensions and a viral face-off during a DAZN broadcast, Shields dismissed the idea due to weight differences, saying, “I fight 154, 160, or 168. She’s never fought at 140 or 147.”

Baumgardner had claimed that a fight at 147 was once agreed upon, stating, “She agreed to it. There is proof that she said this.” However, Shields has since moved up to campaign at 175 pounds, winning a heavyweight fight against Danielle Perkins. While Baumgardner expressed interest in the bout both competitively and financially, saying “It got personal” and “it’s a better package with me,” Shields appears laser-focused on bigger challenges in higher weight classes.

That said, despite all the verbal sparring between Claressa Shields and MVP Promotions, it’s highly unlikely that a fight against Alycia Baumgardner will be made. However, do you think Shields should consider coming down in weight?

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