Lauren Price has made a bold call for a blockbuster fight with American boxing star Claressa Shields, insisting there is no need to delay what she believes could be a defining moment in women’s boxing. Following her successful title defence against Stephanie Piñeiro in Cardiff, Price confronted Shields in the ring, intensifying discussions around a potential super-fight between two of the sport’s most decorated athletes.
The Welsh champion, who holds multiple world titles at welterweight, said she is currently in peak condition and eager to face the biggest names in the sport. She emphasized that both she and Shields are at similar stages in their careers and sees no reason to wait, expressing confidence that the bout would be one of the most significant in women’s boxing.
Price also addressed the challenge of competing across weight divisions, noting that Shields typically fights at higher weights. However, she stressed that she is prepared to move up in weight, having previously competed against larger opponents, and is aiming to become a multi-weight world champion. She added that stepping up would not be a barrier to making the fight happen.
Promotional discussions have already hinted at a potential two-fight deal, with bouts possibly staged in both the United Kingdom and the United States. Price said her strong fan base in Wales would make a UK showdown especially appealing, while also welcoming the opportunity to fight abroad and expand the rivalry globally.
The British champion also highlighted the growing financial and sporting opportunities in women’s boxing, pointing to recent landmark deals and high-profile trilogies as proof of the sport’s rapid growth. She said her focus is not only on legacy but also on earning the rewards she believes come with elite performance.
With both fighters undefeated at the highest level of their divisions and carrying Olympic pedigree, the potential clash between Price and Shields is already being viewed as one of the most anticipated bouts in modern women’s boxing.
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