Keith Thurman vs. Claressa Shields might happen after all.
The ‘GWOAT’ has always been vocal about her boxing ability. Having defeated names such as Savannah Marshall, Christina Hammer, and more, Shields feels confident against anyone. In fact, she even feels confident against male boxers.
Earlier this summer, the female boxing champion called out Jake Paul. Shields stated that she could easily outbox ‘The Problem Child’, but later set her sights higher. When Paul had no interest, she called out former champion Keith Thurman.
‘One Time’ was in discussions to return against Errol Spence Jr. this summer. However, ‘The Truth’ wound up getting a deal done with Terence Crawford, making Thurman’s services not needed. As a result, Thurman showed interest in facing Shields in an exhibition boxing match.
Claressa Shields re-signed with PFL following her callout, seemingly putting a boxing return on hold. In an interview with Best Women’s Boxing Show, Keith Thurman was asked about the bout. There, he confirmed that he was serious about the fight.
Obviously, he wouldn’t go all out, but Thurman is still interested in the potential bout. Speaking in the interview he said:
