Stevenson defended WBC title and showcased the best boxing of his career.
WBC world champion in lightweight Shakur Stevenson successfully defended his title at The Ring show in New York, facing a well-known contender in the ring.
talkSport: 'The fight went the full distance, and all 12 rounds were tightly contested. Shakur Stevenson demonstrated his skill and ability to control distance in response to his opponent's powerful attacks.'
The judges unanimously recognized Shakur's victory with scores of 118-110, 118-110, and 119-109, confirming his convincing result and title retention. After this victory, Shakur Stevenson remains undefeated with a record of 24-0 in professional boxing, solidifying his place among the strongest boxers in his division. Now, rumors are already circulating about a potential unification fight or match with leading boxers in the division.
This result opens up new prospects for Stevenson and supports his claims for leadership in the competitions. Also, let us remind you that in just a week, the rematch between Daniel Dubois and Oleksandr Usyk will take place, which is equally exciting for boxing fans.
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