Shields Sets Sights on Price in US and UK Showdowns

Claressa Shields is gearing up for highly anticipated bouts against Lauren Price in both the US and the UK, as the two Olympic champions prepare to face off for the first time later this year. Following Price's hard-won victory over Stephanie Pineiro in Cardiff, the stage is set for a thrilling clash between the two undefeated fighters. Shields, who has been undisputed heavyweight champion since February 2025, expressed her enthusiasm for the matchup, stating that she looks forward to fighting Price and is open to competing in both the US and the UK. The American boxer praised Price's resilience and skill, describing her as one of the most skilled opponents she will have faced. Shields' promoter, Dmitriy Salita, echoed her sentiments, hailing Shields as a 'generational talent' and emphasizing her desire to make the biggest and best fights to propel the sport forward. With Shields having previously competed in the UK, where she defeated Savannah Marshall in 2022, a potential rematch on Price's home turf is not out of the question. As the boxing world awaits this exciting showdown, Shields remains confident in her abilities, predicting an easy victory over Price and fellow champion Mikaela Mayer.