Claressa Shields to Face Lalli Ortiz in december 2025
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undefeated middleweight champion Claressa Shields will defend her title against Lalli Ortiz on December 9, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan. This highly anticipated bout will mark Shields’ first fight under her new multi-fight deal with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records.
Publication Date: 2025/12/09 21:45:59
The Matchup: shields vs. Ortiz
Crews-Dezurn, 38, is aiming to become the first fighter to defeat Shields, who has proclaimed herself the “GWOAT” (Greatest woman of All Time). The fight represents a meaningful challenge for both athletes, as they move up in weight and face a formidable opponent.
“I’ve been waiting and working a long time for this moment, and we finally meet again,” Crews-Dezurn said in a statement released by ESPN. “This time as established champions with great legacies.I’m daring to be even greater by going up in weight,strutting into hell so I can create my heaven. I’m a worldwide woman that’s good in any hood and can’t wait to give Detroit, along with the world, a great fight.”
Shields’ new Deal
This fight is the first under Shields’ recently signed $8 million, multi-fight contract with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records. Salita Promotions announced the deal in November 2024, signaling a new chapter in Shields’ career. The partnership aims to elevate Shields’ profile and provide her with more opportunities to showcase her skills on a global stage.
Background on the Fighters
Claressa Shields (15-0,11 kos) is widely regarded as one of the most dominant forces in women’s boxing. She has held titles in multiple weight classes and is known for her exceptional boxing skills and aggressive style. Shields has previously won Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016.
Lalli Ortiz (12-1,8 KOs) is a rising star in the middleweight division. She is known for her power and determination. Ortiz has quickly established herself as a dangerous opponent and is eager to test herself against the best in the world.
Key Takeaways
- Claressa Shields will defend her middleweight title against Lalli ortiz on December 9, 2025, in Detroit.
- This is Shields’ first fight under a lucrative new deal with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records.
- Ortiz is looking to hand Shields her first professional loss.
- The fight represents a significant challenge for both fighters as they compete at a higher weight class.
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