Shakur Stevenson recently disclosed that he sustained injuries to both of his hands during his most recent bout against Artem Harutyunyan. This revelation has shed light on the potential challenges that Shakur may face in his future fights. Despite emerging victorious and retaining his WBC lightweight title, Shakur’s admission raises doubts about his ability to
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The recent incident involving Shakur Stevenson’s refusal to listen to his corner’s instructions during his fight against Artem Harutyunyan has raised concerns in the boxing community. Tim Bradley, a well-respected boxing expert, expressed his criticism of Stevenson’s behavior, labeling him as a “brat” who is unwilling to follow guidance from his coach. This lack of
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, faced off against challenger Artem Harutyunyan in a fight that left much to be desired. After the fight, Shakur expressed his frustration with his opponent’s tactics, shifting all the blame onto Harutyunyan. He claimed that Harutyunyan was running from him and only trying to survive, which prevented him from
The recent title defense by WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson left fans less than impressed at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Despite holding onto his title with a twelve-round unanimous decision over Artem Harutyunyan, Shakur’s fans remained surprisingly quiet throughout the fight. The lack of enthusiasm and support from the audience reflected their
The WBC lightweight champion, Shakur Stevenson, is set to take on Artem Harutyunyan in the headline fight of tonight’s ESPN-loaded card at 8:30 p.m. ET. The event features some explosive fights and knockout highlights, with Abdullah Mason making a strong statement by obliterating Luis Lebron with a third-round TKO. Mason showcased his knockout power with
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is set to showcase his skills against Artem Harutyunyan in the main event on ESPN at the Prudential Center in Newark. Top Rank has carefully selected Harutyunyan as the opponent, considering factors such as lack of power, recent losses, inactivity, and age. It is speculated that this matchup was
Shakur Stevenson and Artem Harutyunyan successfully weighed in for their upcoming WBC lightweight title fight, but it was the tension during the face-off that truly set the stage for their battle. Harutyunyan attempted to upstage Stevenson with a double biceps pose, while Stevenson remained calm and confident, exuding a sense of superiority. This initial confrontation
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is facing criticism for his lackluster performances in recent fights. Despite his impressive amateur background and rapid progression in the professional ranks, Stevenson has failed to captivate the boxing community with his fighting style. Many observers have noted his tendency to play it safe in the ring, resulting in
This weekend’s boxing lineup features a highly anticipated unification bout between Kazuto Ioka and Fernando Martinez. Ioka, known for his solid all-around boxing skills, will be facing off against Martinez, whose aggressive style and awkward attacks have caught the attention of many fans. While Ioka is favored to win, Martinez’s age and unique approach to
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is set to defend his title against Artem Harutyunyan, but his eyes are already set on a bigger prize – Vasily Lomachenko. Stevenson has been vocal about his desire to face Lomachenko, questioning the latter’s courage and accusing him of avoiding a showdown. Despite Stevenson’s undefeated record and impressive
Shakur Stevenson claims that he is being deliberately sidelined by certain individuals in the boxing world, preventing him from having the opportunity to participate in high-profile fights that he believes he deserves. The accusations of being “blackballed” raise some interesting questions about the dynamics at play within the sport. It is no secret that certain
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is set to become a promotional free agent after his upcoming title defense against Artem Harutyunyan. This fight will mark the end of his current contract with Top Rank, leaving his future in the sport uncertain. The 26-year-old undefeated fighter has not disclosed his plans post-contract, keeping fans and
This Saturday night, WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson (21-0, 10 KOs) will be stepping into the ring to defend his title against Artem Harutyunyan (13-1, 7 KOs) at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Stevenson, who is currently under contract with Top Rank, will be looking to put on an impressive performance in front
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is gearing up to face Artem Harutyunyan on July 6th at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Despite the upcoming bout being deemed as a risky one by Stevenson himself, fans are skeptical about whether Harutyunyan poses a real threat to the reigning champion. Harutyunyan’s recent loss to
Shakur Stevenson, the WBC lightweight champion, is set to defend his title against Artem Harutyunyan on July 6th in Newark, New Jersey. This fight will take place at the Prudential Center and will be televised on ESPN. Harutyunyan, with a record of 12-1 and 7 KOs, is not considered a top contender and is coming