Claressa Shields has once again asserted her dominance in women's boxing, securing a decisive sixth-round TKO victory over Kaye Scott to unify the WBA and WBC middleweight titles. The highly anticipated bout took place at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
With this commanding performance, Shields extends her undefeated record to 18-0, further solidifying her claim as one of the greatest female boxers of all time. Immediately after her victory, Shields expressed her desire to face fellow champion Lauren Price in her next outing, signaling her intent to continue challenging herself against the best in the sport.
Shields Dominates Scott, Unifies Middleweight Titles, Sets Sights on Price
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