American boxer Shakur Stevenson is set to defend his WBC lightweight title against Armenian opponent Artem Harutyunyan on Saturday, July 6, at 3 a.m. (Spanish time).
A Crucial Match for Shakur
Shakur needs a win like water in May, as he looks to jump to stardom in the boxing industry. His last fight against Edwin Los Santos was lackluster, and a victory over Harutyunyan can propel him to the top.
Harutyunyan’s Road to Redemption
Artem Harutyunyan, an Olympic bronze medalist, has not competed since his loss to Frank Martin in July 2023. He is looking for a win to redeem himself and get back on track.
Shakur’s Eyes on Gervonta Davis
Shakur is eager to face his compatriot and undefeated boxer Gervonta Davis. In January, Davis announced his retirement at the age of 26, leaving fans wondering what the future holds. Shakur wants to show the world that he can take down Davis and claim his undefeated record.
Gervonta Davis and Vasyl Lomachenko
Gervonta Davis and Vasyl Lomachenko are reportedly in talks for a unification bout in late 2024. Shakur sees himself as the only obstacle standing between Davis and Lomachenko, and he is eager to face them both.
The Path to Unification
Shakur believes that he will ultimately face either Davis or Lomachenko. “Gervonta Davis and Lomachenko have nowhere to go but me (to face him). At the end of the day, they and I will end up facing each other, and that is my opportunity,” Shakur said.
A Grudge Match Brewing
In recent months, Shakur has criticized Davis for choosing his fights and accusing him of having an easy schedule. “He’s picking and choosing. That’s what he does. Tank takes the least risk,” Shakur told Say Cheeze. He also believes that he has more experience and achievements than Davis. The grudge match between the two is becoming increasingly likely.
