This weekend, Claressa Shields will attempt to increase her collection of heavyweight titles when she takes on Danielle Perkins in a clash that has been eagerly anticipated by boxing fans for some time
Shields will make the first defense of her WBC crown as she pursues the undisputed crown against the challenger, who is seeking her first world title.
Shields, a two-weight undisputed champion with a brilliant career so far, goes into the ring as the favorite to take the victory, but will also be wary of any possible danger in the event to be held at the Dort Financial Center in Detroit, Michigan.
The two-time Olympic champion Shields (15-0, 3 KOs) will look to keep her professional unbeaten streak alive in her hometown of Michigan against undefeated heavyweight contender Danielle Perkins.
The fight will be for Shields’ WBC heavyweight title and the WBO light heavyweight title, as well as the vacant WBA heavyweight title.
“I feel very blessed at this time in my life and career,” Shields said in a statement. “But make no mistake, every blessing came with blood, sweat and tears. My home in Flint helped shape me into the person I am today. That city, with all its struggles and strengths, built something in me that cannot be broken.
“Without Flint and the determination I developed there at an early age, I don’t know if I would be here today. I can’t wait for this homecoming event,” Claressa added.
While Perkins (5-0, 2 KOs), a native of Brooklyn, New York, won her last fight by unanimous decision over Christianne Fahey in July to become the top-ranked contender, Shields has taken note of this.
“Danielle Perkins is undefeated and a strong contender, but I’ve been fighting my whole life, not just in the ring,” said Shields. “Whether it’s in my personal life, in the amateur boxing ring or as a professional world champion, I just don’t fail. February 2 will be no different.”
When is the fight between Claressa Shields vs Danielle Perkins?
The fight will take place on Sunday, February 2 at the Dort Financial Center in Detroit, Michigan.
What time is the fight between Claressa Shields vs Danielle Perkins?
The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time in the United States, 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
Shields and Perkins are expected to enter the ring at 10:50 p.m. ET (7:50 p.m. PT).
Where to watch Claressa Shields vs Danielle Perkins fight live in USA?
The fight will be available to watch live on the streaming service DAZN.