Claressa Shields
Claressa Shields is an American professional boxer and mixed martial artist celebrated for her groundbreaking success in women’s combat sports. She was born Claressa Maria Shields on March 17, 1995, in Flint, Michigan, USA. She won Olympic gold medals in 2012 and 2016, becoming the first American boxer to secure back-to-back Olympic titles, and later unified all major middleweight boxing belts to become the undisputed champion. In 2020, Shields made a high-profile transition to MMA, signing with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), where her precise boxing skills and strategic striking have set her apart in the cage. Shields’ relevance in combat sports comes from her rare ability to excel at the highest levels in both boxing and MMA, challenging traditional boundaries between the two disciplines. Audiences follow her fights not only for her technical prowess but also to see how she leverages her boxing pedigree to influence women’s MMA competition, expanding the possibilities for female fighters navigating multiple combat arenas.
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Claressa Shields Slams Jake Paul and MVP Following Ban: ‘Take the Heels Off’
The boxing champion accused Jake Paul and MVP of hypocrisy while revisiting past criticism surrounding her MMA loss and ongoing tensions with Alycia Baumgardner.
Claressa Shields Banned From MVP Events After Alycia Baumgardner Incident
Inside the VIP clash, zero-tolerance ban, and years of bad blood between women’s boxing champions Claressa Shields and Alycia Baumgardner.
Claressa Shields Turns Boxing Gym Into Lingerie Shoot
The Olympian boxer leans into fashion and beauty with a Damani shoot, expanding her presence beyond the ring.
Claressa Shields Denies 50 Cent's Claims She Cheated on Papoose With G-Unit Affiliate
She hopped on Instagram Live to deny an alleged affair Maserati Bud.
50 Cent Trolls Papoose With Claressa Shields Post as Feud Escalates
The post comes as Papoose releases new diss tracks and 50 Cent teases upcoming music produced by Hit-Boy.
Claressa Shields Claps Back at Shannon Sharpe for Saying She Can’t Fight Men: ‘I’ll Sparr Rolly’
Sharpe recently said Shields can’t beat a male fighter—and that men's and women's leagues exist for a reason.
Claressa Shields Says She Wants to Surprise Papoose With a Baby for His Birthday
The professional boxer said that she and the rapper are "planning" for a child by the end of 2026.
Claressa Shields Dominates Franchon Crews-Dezurn to Stay Undefeated
Claressa Shields outboxed Franchon Crews-Dezurn in their rematch, earning a unanimous decision and staying undefeated at 18-0.
Claressa Shields Praises Rival Franchon Crews-Dezurn Ahead of Title Fight
Their 2016 pro debuts started it all. Now Shields and Crews-Dezurn run it back in a high-stakes title clash with history on the line.
AOC Slams Jake Paul for Calling Bad Bunny a ‘Fake American Citizen'
AOC also called Paul out for moving to Puerto Rico to "avoid paying your taxes."
Claressa Shields Fires Back at Jake Paul Over Bad Bunny Comment: 'Not Today'
Claressa Shields fired back at Jake Paul after he called Bad Bunny a 'fake American citizen,' defending Puerto Ricans in a pointed response on X.
Sugar Ray Leonard Praises Claressa Shields: 'I Really Like What I See'
The legendary boxer reflected on his career and the future of boxing with Brandon 'Scoop B' Robinson.
50 Cent Responds to Alleged Papoose Diss: 'LOL Y’all TRASH!'
50 Cent joked that he couldn't "get jiggy" with the alleged diss track.
Claressa Shields Tells 50 Cent to ‘STFU’ Amid Papoose Beef
The boxing champion defended Papoose and accused 50 Cent of trolling, spreading lies, and clout-chasing as their online feud escalates.
Claressa Shields Shuts Down Papoose and Remy Ma Christmas Rumors: 'You Are Misinformed'
The professional boxer said her boyfriend was with his mother and family on Christmas Day.
50 Cent and Papoose Troll Each Other With AI Videos on Social Media
Fif clowned Papoose for putting hands on a TikTok comedian, while Papoose questioned why Fif got into a feud with the 'Let's Rap About It' podcast.
Papoose Denies Cheating Rumors Amid Remy Ma Divorce: 'Y'all Got to Stop'
Despite their differences, Pap said he wishes his ex-wife nothing but the best.
Claressa Shields Bets $100K That 'No Female Boxer' Can Beat Her in the Ring
Claressa Shields spoke to MRECK TV's David 'Flat' Sparks on 'Let The Sparkz Fly' about her challenge.