[36], On November 9, 2022, the WBC ordered Isaac Cruz to face Stevenson in a lightweight title eliminator. a Puerto Rican who had never previously boxed outside . Stevenson walked Conceicao down the entire final round to finish with a flourish. Man, if he spoke Spanish and lived on the island, his popularity would quadruple. Stevenson had a very successful Youth career, winning the 2014 AIBA Youth World Championships and 2014 Summer Youth Olympics. I dont think its worth it to Tank to fight Shakur . Shakur Stevenson is an American Professional Boxer. Amanda tiene mi apoyo total y estoy seguro de que va a salir con su mano en alto, afirm el pgil de 24 aos. Specially culturally wise 43 Sexual Orientation. . He has earned the world championship title in two weight classes namely WBO Junior Lightweight and WBO Featherweight. With a one-sided performance that saw Stevenson use remarkable hand speed, he became a two-division world champion when he defeated Herring via tenth-round technical knockout after being ahead on all three judges' scorecards. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, If Inoue beats Fulton, he is the 2nd greatest Asian boxer ever. Escrbeme aqu: ventasb. . Olympic silver-medalist Shakur Stevenson returns to action on Saturday when the unbeaten 23-year-old prospect makes his eagerly-anticipated debut at super-featherweight against Toka Kahn Clary. To read the full breakdown, as well as Bradley's prediction for Stevenson-Nakathila, click here. [49], Stevenson has a daughter born in 2021. I seen Shakur Stevenson making the rounds letting everyone know he is Puerto Rican, He has been in this sport on the main stage for years now and never once mentioned it but now all of a. Twitter. He is a former world champion in two weight classes, having held the WBO featherweight title from 2019 to 2020, the WBO super featherweight title from 2021 to 2022, and the WBC and The Ring super featherweight titles in 2022. Shakur Stevenson Height and Weight He says he'll trash-talk Nakathila because it can help build his brand and profile. . Whenever this search gets new results, you'll get an email delivered to your inbox with a link. Some laughs filtered in from the crowd in the Virgin Hotels auditorium Thursday. While being interviewed by Bernardo Osuna, Stevenson got down on one knee and proposed to Young Lyric, saying: Lyric, a mother to Stevensons daughter, was visibly emotional saying yes before embracing her new fiance. As of October 2021, he has earned the honor of being called the worlds best junior lightweight by ESPN, The Ring Magazine, and the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board. Shakur took boxing as the option for his professional life at the age of 5 under the guidance of his grandfather Wali Moses. Foster (20-2, 11 KOs) capped an impressive comeback Mark Magsayo experienced the highest of highs and lowest of lows in consecutive fights last year. All right then. He had fought 45 more professional rounds, 172 to Stevenson's 127. "My experience was too much for him," Pedraza said. He seems to be tiring. Jajaira Gonzalez is herself not a stranger to sports like boxing. He is currently in a relationship with rapper, Young Lyric. Ngl Shakur rubs me the wrong way but I cant stand how damn good he is. VIVA PUERTO RICO! I truly dont know how Tank fairs with elite level talent. Simply return to this post when the time comes. Foster (20-2, 11 KOs) capped an impressive comeback Mark Magsayo experienced the highest of highs and lowest of lows in consecutive fights last year. And Subriel Matias and Badou Jack deserved consideration after their title-winning efforts this past Saturday. My health has to come first. Distinctive Features. "I'm damn sure not losing to a cop. His Rican dad abandoned him at young age and was raised by his step African American dad throughout his whole life . The welterweight from Puerto Rico has already shown an impressive skill set at such a young age . Subscribe to ESPN+ to get exclusive boxing events, weigh-ins and more. Hes looking forward, specifically at his fight against Brandon Figueroa for the WBCs interim belt Saturday at Toyota Arena in Ontario, California (Showtime). As per Who Times, Stevenson was born on June 28, 1997, in New Jersey, USA. In 2015, aged 18, he won the Senior U.S. Olympic Trials, thus qualifying for the U.S. boxing team at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil. Table of Biography [ show] Early Life and Childhood Shakur Stevenson was born on June 28, 1997, in his birthplace, Newark, New Jersey. graduate from the International Institute of Sports Management who combines his Shakur Stevensons father is Shahid Guyton, and his mother is Malikah Stevenson. The now-vacant WBC and WBO belts will be on the line only for Conceicao. En Mexico el horario que se espera que podramos ver a Valdez vs Shakur Stevenson que en Mxico sea entre las 22 horas del proximo Sbado 30 de Abril.. El horario para el resto de paises en donde podremos ver Valdez vs Shakur Stevenson nos dice que podremos ver esta peelea en siguiente horario.. Horario en Argentina, Uruguay y Paraguay: 12.15 PM. Official result: Shakur Stevenson adds a second 130-pound title with a unanimous-decision victory over Oscar Valdez: 117-110, 118-109, 118-109. Video. The Puerto Rican star remained on the ground in agony before the referee waved the fight off. analysis to help him in his day-to-day work. Watch this story Luxurious Vehicles Owned by YouTube Star Logan Paul, Full Spectrum Services LLP 2022 | All Rights Reserved. It's a bout he says he will win easily, and then he will be able to turn his focus to Valdez if that's ultimately what Top Rank puts together. He is one of the oldest children born to his mother out of nine children, and some are being shared with his biological father who had no role in Shakur's life. "I have no doubt Shakur Stevenson will put . Tank can KO anyone obviously but, 1. LAS VEGAS -- Shakur Stevenson nonchalantly sat on the stage rocking a gray Nike hoodie, black basketball shorts and a New York Yankees hat cocked to one side at his prefight news conference, when his opponent on Saturday -- Jeremiah Nakathila -- said something that made Stevenson quickly turn his head in surprise. ", "Shakur Stevenson Blasts Isaac Cruz: 'I Turn Pits Into Poodles', "Shakur Stevenson Eyes WBC Title Eliminator With William Zepeda", "Shakur Stevenson Tears Into Isaac Cruz And William Zepeda During Blistering Live Stream", "Shakur Stevenson Still In Search Of Foe For WBC Eliminator; Shuichiro Yoshino Next In Line", "Sources: Shakur Stevenson, Shuichiro Yoshino finalizing April 8 fight", "Shakur Stevenson-Shuichiro Yoshino Announced For April 8 At Prudential Center In Newark", "MEET SHAKUR STEVENSON, AMERICA'S BEST MALE OLYMPIC FIGHTER IN MORE THAN A DECADE", "Welcome Newark's young Olympic medalist back this Sunday with a homecoming parade at Military Park Brick City Live", "Welcome home, champ. As of June 2022, he is ranked as the world's best active super featherweight by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board,[2] BoxRec[3] and ESPN.[4]. They will remain vacant if the Brazilian loses. Right from a young age, Shakur Stevenson got captivated by the sport of boxing. All Stevenson that round. Multiracial (Black and Hispanic) He is of African-American descent on his mother's side and Puerto Rican descent on his father's side. Straight. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. Shakur on the other hand has made some good competitive guys look mid . Stevenson's biological father, who was of Puerto Rican descent was not a part of Shakur's life. I've beat Ryan [Garcia] in the amateurs. He and his eight siblings were raised by his stepfather Shahid Guyton. So many fighters claim certain heritages despite growing up in a separate country or culture. Shakur Stevenson lost his 130-pound titles on the scale Thursday but the rising young star will still face Robson Conceicao tonight (Friday) in Newark, New Jersey, Stevensons home town. However, he already had the payment of medical expenses cleared to the victim. With this performance, Shakur became a two-division world champion and he went to defeat Herring in the tenth round in the technical knockout after being ahead of him in all three judges decisions. [18], Stevenson continued his winning streak, compiling a perfect record of 12-0 before facing Joet Gonzalez for the vacant WBO featherweight title on October 26, 2019. Youth National Championships. Top Rank Boxing is on ESPN and ESPN+. On April 30, 2022, Stevenson became unified super featherweight champion after beating Oscar Valdez in a unanimous 117-110, 118-109, 118-109 decision. 21-0 entering, started fast, but the 32 year old Puerto Rican boxer, who's been in plenty of big stage bouts, didn't get even slightly ruffled. He is a During the post fight interview, Stevenson announced his move to lightweight, citing his inability to make the junior lightweight limit. 5,833 views Apr 28, 2022 Exclusive Behind The Scenes of Shakur Stevenson talking about his father, Adrien Broner comeback and addresses the Puerto Rican rumors. Stevenson easily outpointed Paz over 6 rounds winning 6053 on all three scorecards. Boxing Junkie asked Espinoza what the packed slate says amid speculation that boxing might not be in the long-term plans of parent company Paramount. Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. MGM Grand Conference Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. Stevenson turned professional on February 9, 2017, signing a promotional contract with Top Rank. Who Is Shakur Stevenson? Eye Color. New York; Worldwide. Brick City's boxing superstar, Shakur Stevenson, is the junior lightweight king. But then Stevenson sent another when he heard of his opponent's occupation outside of boxing. Shakurs real name is Ash-Shakur Nafi-Shahid Stevenson. Stevenson is an inverted southpaw. Yeah lets not act like nationality is something thats heavily enforced in combat sports. And, again, Stevenson also landed plenty of his own shots. I'll never lose to 5-0," Stevenson said, generating more laughs from the crowd. Before talking about his parents firstly talk about the proud son who brought medals to his nation. Is he lying about that? [37] As Cruz refused to enter into negotiations,[38] the WBC ordered William Zepeda to face Stevenson instead, as the next highest ranked contender. Both Jamel Herring & Shakur Stevenson fought out of an orthodox stance. El joven boxeador quien no vislumbra por ahora usar el apellido Rivera aclar que su intencin no es forzar su puertorriqueidad. He and his eight siblings were raised by his stepfather Shahid Guyton. "I was hungrier than him, and he was just . Stevenson followed with several more eye-catching lefts in a dominating round. Cuenta con un bachillerato en periodismo de la Universidad del Sagrado Corazn y cursa un mster en Gestin Deportiva en la Escuela Universitaria del Real Madrid en Espaa. "I've been in the ring with Tank to help him get ready for his fight with [Jose] Pedraza. r/boxing does not tolerate racism or intolerance of any kind. Stevenson was ahead on all three judges scorecards and won every round. Officials went in looking for guns or explosives, but instead found a Puerto Rican flag. Shakur Stevenson and his fellow boxer, David Grayton were once involved in an altercation in a South Beach parking garage. Shakur often states that Andre Ward is the one who influenced him since childhood to stay committed to boxing. Black. Shakur Stevenson is from Newark, New Jersey, USA. Editor de la seccin de Deportes. Still, Stevenson has the better body language and also landed his share of solid shots. Conceicao is still throwing but its Stevenson who is landing the clean shots, not the Brazilian. Hell now be in position to land big fights at 135, at which undisputed champion Devin Haney, George Kambosos Jr. and Vasiliy Lomachenko fight. Dark Brown. El impresionante contendiente de 6'4 y 240 libras chocar contra el . His net worth is as high as $3 million and as low as $970,000. As per Who Times, Stevenson was born on June 28, 1997, in New Jersey, USA. Also on the card, 130-pound contender Henry Lebron will face Andy Vences in a scheduled eight-rounder. El pgil encontrar en Valdez (30-0 y 23 KOs) a un veterano oponente mexicano que necesita reivindicarse de una discreta victoria en septiembre pasado ante Robson Conceicao, en lo que fue su primera defensa del ttulo de la CMB. Nakathila, a massive underdog for Saturday's main event (ESPN and ESPN+, 10 p.m. Success! The 32-year-old Pedraza (29-3, 14 KOs), of Cidra, Puerto Rico, was the better fighter all night, using his veteran experience to outbox Rodriguez. Shakur Stevenson quiere un 30 de abril glorioso para Puerto Rico. Your email address will not be published. "That's what my career is going to go toward -- but I'm going to be a bigger superstar.". Hes looking forward, specifically at his fight against Brandon Figueroa for the WBCs interim belt Saturday at Toyota Arena in Ontario, California (Showtime). Overall, Stevenson has out-landed his 15 pro opponents in punches 1,249-351. N.Y., fights in a six-rounder at junior featherweight, while popular Puerto Rican prospect Armani Almestica (6-0, 6 KOs) goes . ET. [10] Stevenson showed off his quickness, defense and punching skills as he won his first professional fight against American boxer Edgar Brito. Shakur Stevenson is 25 years old, born June 28, 1997. And he has every weapon in his artillery to overpower his opponents. Domination. [13] Stevenson won the bout after 2 minutes and 35 seconds of the first round. And Stevenson lost a point for slamming Conceicao to the canvas in Round 9. Brito cut left eye rd 2 from accidental headbutt. [16], Stevenson's first fight for 2018 was announced on February 7 to take place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino's Grand Theater in Reno, Nevada on February 16 against Juan Tapia (8-1, 3 KOs) in a scheduled 8 round bout. It is not known when Shakur and Michelle met each other, however, they certainly got involved in a romantic relationship back in October/November 2020. Stevenson defeated Clary convincingly, winning the fight by a wide margin on the scorecards, with all three judges scoring the contest 10090 in his favor. Itll be intriguing to see how he molds his boxing career, to cement himself among the greats of the game. He shouldve been using that flag since the get go. . Due to his ownership of the flag, and that fact that he had been speaking out on the injustices against. Has anyone even been able to test his chin yet? Ive been a professional my whole career and made weight, but my body just cant make 130 anymore. [14] Stevenson's third bout took place at the Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, again on the undercard of Terrence Crawford, this time his unification fight against Julius Indongo on August 19, 2017. He's fighting Larry Fryers (11-3, 4 KOs) Saturday on the ESPN+ portion of the card, which begins at 6:30 p.m. . But he is not really Puerto Rican beside for his blood. As a professional boxer, he hits the gym regularly to build up his muscle and gain an athletic physique. Magsayo insists the past is in the past, though. Shakur Stevenson knocked down Felix Caraballo twice during their super featherweight bout. One of the leaders of boxing's electric youth movement, Shakur Stevenson, is set to close out 2020 in grand fashion. 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