Shakur Stevenson won the WBC lightweight title in a fight against Edwin De Los Santos.
Stevenson's next fight might be against William Zepeda, a volume puncher who could provide a more entertaining fight.
Stevenson's performance was criticized as one of the worst TV main events in recent memory.
The fight was marked by a lack of action, with both fighters avoiding engagement.
There is also speculation about a potential showdown with Devin Haney, who moved up to 140 pounds after achieving undisputed status in the division in June 2022.
Shakur Stevenson emerged victorious in the World Championship Doubleheader boxing event against Edwin De Los Santos on November 16th, 2023, claiming the WBC lightweight title. Despite the victory, the fight was characterized by a lack of action, with both fighters avoiding engagement, leading to disappointment among fans at the T-Mobile Arena. Stevenson and De Los Santos landed only 33 power punches combined, marking the event as one of the worst TV main events in recent memory. Stevenson admitted to a poor performance but was satisfied with the victory.
The event also included other fights such as Emanuel Navarrete's knockout win, Brian Norman Jr's unanimous decision win over Quinton Randall, Floyd Diaz's split decision win against Max Ornelas, and Troy Isley's victory over Vladimir Hernandez. A majority draw between Emanuel Navarrete and Robson Conceicao was also noted, along with victories for Emiliano Vargas, and Abdullah Mason.
The boxing community reacted to Stevenson's performance with criticism. Boxing star Ryan Garcia criticized the fight, and Devin Haney dismissed Stevenson's reputation as the most-avoided fighter in boxing. Despite the criticism, Stevenson's next fight might be against William Zepeda, a volume puncher who could potentially provide a more entertaining fight. There is also speculation about a potential showdown with Devin Haney, who moved up to 140 pounds after achieving undisputed status in the division in June 2022.
The event also includes other fights such as Emanuel Navarrete's knockout win, Brian Norman Jr's unanimous decision win over Quinton Randall, Floyd Diaz's split decision win against Max Ornelas, and Troy Isley's victory over Vladimir Hernandez.
The article also provides background information on the fighters, Shakur Stevenson and Edwin De Los Santos, detailing their previous fights and victories.
The full card results also included a majority draw between Emanuel Navarrete and Robson Conceicao, and victories for Brian Norman Jr., Floyd Diaz, Troy Isley, Emiliano Vargas, and Abdullah Mason.