Savannah Marshall, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, discusses her potential fight with Claressa Shields in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Read on to learn more about their rivalry and Marshall’s thoughts on Shields’ transition to mixed martial arts.
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Savannah Marshall, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, believes that the Professional Fighters League (PFL) has signed her with the intention of setting up a fight with Claressa Shields. While Shields is the undisputed junior middleweight champion in the boxing ring, she has been exploring mixed martial arts under the PFL umbrella. The two fighters faced each other for the first time as professionals in October 2022, putting an end to a rivalry that started when Shields lost to Marshall in their amateur days. Marshall’s move to the PFL comes after her victory over Franchon Crews-Dezurn, which earned her the title of undisputed super-middleweight champion. Now, the possibility of their rivalry continuing in the cage seems likely. Marshall is set to make her debut in the PFL in Newcastle on June 8.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Marshall shed light on the motivation behind her signing with the PFL. She stated, "The PFL has signed me because they see the potential of a fight between me and Claressa in the cage." Marshall also shared her perspective on Shields’ transition to mixed martial arts, saying, "Having watched her first two fights, I thought she was terrible. But now, after seeing her fight live, I understand the challenges of changing your boxing style and defending takedowns. It’s not just about fists; you have to be aware of your feet as well."
Marshall acknowledged Shields’ toughness and warrior spirit but didn’t shy away from expressing her dislike for her rival.
Savannah Marshall’s Potential Fight with Claressa Shields
Savannah Marshall, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, believes that the Professional Fighters League (PFL) has signed her with the intention of setting up a fight with Claressa Shields. While Shields is the undisputed junior middleweight champion in the boxing ring, she has been exploring mixed martial arts under the PFL umbrella. The two fighters faced each other for the first time as professionals in October 2022, putting an end to a rivalry that started when Shields lost to Marshall in their amateur days.
Marshall’s move to the PFL comes after her victory over Franchon Crews-Dezurn, which earned her the title of undisputed super-middleweight champion. Now, the possibility of their rivalry continuing in the cage seems likely. Marshall is set to make her debut in the PFL in Newcastle on June 8.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Marshall shed light on the motivation behind her signing with the PFL. She stated, "The PFL has signed me because they see the potential of a fight between me and Claressa in the cage." Marshall also shared her perspective on Shields’ transition to mixed martial arts, saying, "Having watched her first two fights, I thought she was terrible. But now, after seeing her fight live, I understand the challenges of changing your boxing style and defending takedowns. It’s not just about fists; you have to be aware of your feet as well."
Marshall acknowledged Shields’ toughness and warrior spirit but didn’t shy away from expressing her dislike for her rival.
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Stay tuned for more updates on the potential showdown between Savannah Marshall and Claressa Shields in the PFL.
