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Claressa Shields will enter the ring to defend her undisputed heavyweight boxing title against Lani Daniels at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan on Saturday, July 26.
Shields currently has an undefeated record of 16 wins and 0 losses, which includes three knockouts. This will be her second fight of 2025, following her victory over Danielle Perkins in February. After that fight, the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission tested Shields and mistakenly reported a false-positive marijuana test, resulting in a one-month suspension. However, the commission ultimately determined it was a “procedural error,” and Shields has since been cleared of any wrongdoing.
Daniels currently has a record of 11 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws. This will be Daniels’ first fight of 2025, and she last fought in September 2024, when she successfully defended her IBF Light Heavyweight title against Bolatito Oluwole. Facing Shields will undoubtedly be Daniels’ biggest fight of her career so far and the first time she has ever fought outside of New Zealand.
Prepare for the monumental bout between Claressa Shields and Lani Daniels. Here’s everything you need to know before this crucial fight.
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Bleacher Report: Shields via fifth-round knockout
Staff writes: “Perkins comes into the bout looking to play spoiler. The 42-year-old will be the biggest opponent that Shields has seen in the ring, but is still considered to be a massive underdog.”
Sports Illustrated: Claressa Shields
Apratim Banerjee writes: “Claressa Shields is certainly the more decorated athlete heading into the contest and she is the favorite for a reason. However, Shields is making a jump to heavyweight. That said, Danielle Perkins is naturally a heavyweight and could have the strength and weight advantage over Shields, making her chances interesting. However, Shields is too experienced and crafty and should be able to manage a decision win against Perkins. A finish looks unlikely to take place.”
Sportskeeda: Claressa Shields via unanimous decision
Staff writes: “Shields is the more polished boxer and will control the pace of the fight. She will force Daniels on her back foot right from the opening bell. Her accurate jabs will prevent her opponent from gaining any kind of momentum. Shields will also target Daniels’ body to limit her movement inside the ring.”
Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels date
Claressa Shields will face Lani Daniels on Saturday, July 26 at the Little Caesar Arena in Detroit.
- Date: Saturday, July 26
- Time: 6 p.m. ET
- Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels main event ringwalks: 10 p.m. ET
- Stream: DAZN
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How to watch Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels
Claressa Shields will face Lani Daniels on Saturday, July 26, and the event will be streamed on DAZN. In the U.S., fans can purchase the event for $29.99.
Claressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels fight card and odds
Fight card, according to DAZN and odds according to BetMGM as of July 23:
- Claressa Shields (-2500) vs Lani Daniels (+1100); Heavyweight, for the undisputed title
- Tony Harrison vs Edward Diaz; Middleweight
- Pryce Taylor vs Robert Simms; Heavyweight
- Samantha Worthington vs Victoire Piteau; Super lightweight, for the WBA interim title
- Caroline Veyre vs Licia Boudersa; Featherweight
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