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Shakur Stevenson is maintaining his public campaign for a high-stakes bout in the lightweight category by applying pressure to Gervonta Davis. With a record

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 22

Eddie Hearn Responds to Shakur Stevenson Leaving Matchroom Rumours

The promotional future of Shakur Stevenson has been a talking point in the media this week with rumours surfacing that he had opted out of the second fight of his Matchroom boxing deal and his manager James Prince has hired Lou DiBella as his promoter.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Shakur Stevenson Ditches Eddie Hearn For Lou Dibella

Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) has reportedly changed camp as the WBC lightweight champ has decided to shift from Matchroom Boxing just after one fight with the promoters.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / April 21

Shakur Stevenson Makes Bold Move Ahead of July 12 Fight

As reported by The Ring Magazine their third event will take place on July 12 in New York City with a venue to be confirmed, with Dan Rafael further revealing via his X account that Hamzah Sheeraz vs Edgar Berlanga will headline.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Shakur Stevenson Calls for Ennis vs. Vergil Ortiz Jr. Showdown

Shakur Stevenson has expressed interest in seeing Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis face Vergil Ortiz Jr. next, suggesting that Ennis (34-0, 30 KOs) is “too dominant” for anyone else at 147 lbs if he remains in the division.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / April 9

WBC Orders Stevenson vs. Zepeda

The WBC has officially ordered Shakur Stevenson vs. William Zepeda. Shakur is the WBC Lightweight Champion, a belt he acquired after defeating Edwin De La Santos via a unanimous decision for the vacant belt.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 6

Shakur Stevenson shares wise words with rising prospect after KO win

Shakur Stevenson has made for himself as a three-weight world champion and was seen imparting some advice on a rising talent. Shakur Stevenson last fought electrician-turned-boxer Josh Padley in Saudi Arabia on the Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 card, and has since stated he wants to fight Gervonta Davis.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 5

Shakur Stevenson became a two-division world champion with dominant stoppage win

Shakur Stevenson is one of the top talents in all of boxing today. With an effective style, the champion is still yet to be bested inside the ring. With a professional record of 23-0, Stevenson has had plenty of incredible performances over his boxing career.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 29

Shakur Stevenson reveals the unlikely story of how he met boxing hero tattooed on his leg

Shakur Stevenson is a three-weight world champion and is eyeing a clash with Gervonta Davis soon. Shakur Stevenson retained his undefeated record in his latest outing as he defeated electrician-turned-boxer Josh Padley by ninth-round stoppage.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Shakur Stevenson Rejects Crawford’s Proposal to Feature Tank Davis on Undercard

One of boxing’s most anticipated fights of the year is the Riyadh Season showdown between Canelo Alvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) and Terence Crawford in September.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / March 16

Shakur Calls Out Loma For ‘Ducking’ Him

Shakur Stevenson says he is disappointed at Vasiliy Lomachenko for not fighting him, saying the Ukrainian ducked him. Shakur has been linked with the Lomachenko fight for some time, especially when they were both with Top Rank.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / March 14

Shakur Stevenson Reveals Why Terence Crawford is the ‘Greatest’ Against Canelo Alvarez

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) might have a hard time against Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs), according to Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs). It was recently reported that Crawford vs Alvarez was “agreed” to take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on September 13, 2025.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 28

Josh Padley Takes Bold Step to Elevate His Career

Josh Padley (15-1, 4 KOs), who recently appeared on his second Riyadh Season bill, has signed a multi-fight promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing. His brave performance against WBC lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson earned him plenty of praise.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / February 27

Josh Padley’s Life-Changing Fight: How a Last-Minute Call Changed His Career

Josh Padley never imagined that a single phone call would change his life. The British boxer, who worked as an electrician by day, was given the opportunity of a lifetime when he was asked to step into the ring against undefeated lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 24

Shakur Stevenson eyes Gervonta Davis superfight moving forward

The undefeated Stevenson successfully defended his WBC lightweight championship with a ninth-round stoppage victory over Josh Padley on Saturday night.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Josh Padley Reflects on Brave Loss to Shakur Stevenson: ‘There’s Levels to This Game’

On February 22 at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Josh Padley stepped up on short notice to replace the ill Floyd Schofield and face WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 23

What’s Next For Shakur Stevenson?

Shakur Stevenson defeated Josh Padley in a defense of his WBC Lightweight Title, raising question marks over his next steps. Shakur made a successful start with Matchroom Boxing as he was making his debut.

Boxing News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23

Gervonta Davis had 1-word response to Shakur Stevenson’s TKO win

Gervonta Davis did not seem impressed by Shakur Stevenson’s win on Saturday. Stevenson beat Josh Padley by TKO in the 9th round of their fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Shakur Stevenson Repeatedly Drops Josh Padley to Retain 135-lb Title

Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) proved that Josh Padley (15-1, 4 KOs) was no match for him by stopping him in nine rounds. The official time of stoppage was 3:00.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 20

Shakur Stevenson Reacts To ‘Poisoning’ Allegations – ‘I’m A Clean Boxer’

Shakur Stevenson has had his say on Floyd Schofield pulling out of their fight. Stevenson simply cannot catch a break as he prepares to make his Matchroom Boxing debut on February 22.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / December 3

Shakur Stevenson Next Fight: The Silver Medalist Makes Return On February Super Card In The Kingdom

The Shakur Stevenson next fight news has finally arrived, and the fast-rising star has booked his return for February. But who will the New Jersey native be facing in Saudi Arabia?

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 13

Shakur Stevenson Recalls Getting His ‘Worst A** Whooping’

Three-division world champion Shakur Stevenson (22-0, 10 KOs) is currently one of the most promising names in the world of boxing. While he has an impressive undefeated professional boxing record under his belt, there was a particular incident that made him question his future in the sport.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / July 12

Oscar De La Hoya Makes Play To Sign Shakur Stevenson To Golden Boy With Unusual Offer

Golden Boy boss Oscar De La Hoya seems interested in signing lightweight star Shakur Stevenson to his promotion and recently made him an unusual offer.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 2

Abdullah Mason-Luis Lebron added to Stevenson-Harutyunyan ESPN Telecast

NEWARK, N.J. (July 2, 2024) — Lightweight phenom Abdullah Mason will take center stage this Saturday, July 6, at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / June 29

Eddie Hearn Looks to Sign Shakur Stevenson: ‘He’s Been Promoted Terribly’

Three-division world champion Shakur Stevenson (21-0, 10 KOs) is a phenomenal boxer, and that’s putting it lightly. However, both the boxing fraternity and fans would agree in unison that he rarely pitted against the cream of the crop, those high-profile fights that would undoubtedly propel him to boxing superstardom.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / May 8

Shakur Stevenson Announces His Next Fight; Fans Disappointed – ‘Another Uber Driver’

Shakur Stevenson’s next fight has been confirmed against Artem Harutyunyan for July 6 in Newark, New Jersey. Shakir will put his WBC Lightweight Title on the line in what could be his final fight under Top Rank.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 7

Shakur Stevenson vs Artem Harutyunyan Booked For July 6

NEWARK, N.J. (May 7, 2024) — Newark’s three-division king is ready to defend his crown on native turf. Shakur Stevenson will make the inaugural defense of his WBC lightweight world championship against Armenian-born German Olympian Artem Harutyunyan on Saturday, July 6, at Prudential Center in his hometown of Newark, New Jersey.