2<\/p>\n Shields is either the No.1 or No. 2-ranked women’s boxer in the world, depending on which pound-for-pound ranking you look atCredit: Top Rank<\/p>\n Middleweight is one of the three weight classes in which Shields has achieved undisputed supremacy (alongside heavyweight and super welterweight).<\/p>\n Shields (18-0) last fought at the weight in 2023 when she retained her crown with a wide unanimous decision victory over Maricela Cornejo.<\/p>\n Since then, she has been operating in the heavyweight division<\/a>, which for women is anything over 175lbs. <\/p>\n She picked up the WBA and WBO belts by stopping Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in her debut at the weight, and then added the IBF and WBA belts to her collection with a unanimous decision victory over Danielle Perkins.<\/p>\n READ MORE ON BOXING <\/p>\n Shields, 31, has defended her undisputed crown twice against Lani Daniels and Franchon Crews Dezurn in a rematch, and is now dropping down three divisions (there is no female cruiserweight division) to chase the biggest fights in women’s boxing.<\/p>\n “At this point in my career, every fight is about legacy,” said former middleweight world champion Shields.<\/p>\n “Every fight now is about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible – for myself, for women’s boxing, and for the next generation coming behind me through Claressa Shields<\/a> Promotions.<\/p>\n “Kaye Scott is a champion, and I respect what she’s accomplished. <\/p>\n “But becoming undisputed at 160 pounds again starts with beating the best. That’s always been my mindset. I don’t chase easy fights, I choose meaningful ones.”<\/p>\n Who is Kaye Scott?<\/p>\n 42-year-old Scott (5-1-1) enjoyed a fruitful amateur career, winning two silver medals at the World Championships, before turning over as a professional in 2023.<\/p>\n 2<\/p>\n Scott is a decorated amateur boxer who has medalled at the Commonwealth Games and World ChampionshipsCredit: Getty<\/p>\n After losing her fifth fight to IBF and WBO middleweight champion Desley Robinson, Scott was held to a draw by Olivia Curry before defeating the American in a rematch to claim the WBA and WBC belts.<\/p>\n She opens up as a sizeable underdog with the bookies, but is embracing the opportunity to upset the applecart across the pond. <\/p>\n “I believe the bigger the challenge, the bigger the opportunity, and on August 15, I have the chance to show the world exactly what I’m capable of,” Scott said. <\/p>\n “I’m in the best shape of my life and ready to test myself against the very best. I’m excited, motivated and prepared to step into that ring and prove that I am the best middleweight in the world.”<\/p>\n Super fight looms<\/p>\n There is more than just the WBA and WBC belts on the line for Shields, as victory would also punch her ticket for a super fight with WBA, WBC and IBF welterweight champion Lauren Price.<\/p>\n In April, the pair signed a two-fight deal, with the inaugural encounter eyed for the end of the year.<\/p>\n Watch Boxing on DAZN<\/p>\n *If you click a link in this boxout, we will earn affiliate revenue<\/p>\n Sign up to DAZN<\/a> to access the definitive subscription for boxing fans.<\/p>\n Upgrade to DAZN Ultimate<\/a> from just \u00a324.99\/month, guaranteeing access to 185+ fights annually, a minimum of 12 pay-per-views at no extra cost, as well as every Lega Serie A match and other elite football access.<\/p>\n Alternatively, DAZN Standard<\/a> is just \u00a315.99\/month, with the caveat you will have to pay for pay-per-view events.<\/p>\n![\"Shields](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Claressa-Shields-vs-Savannah-Marshall_action5.jpg\")
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