Witness the Battle for Boxing Supremacy: Shields Takes on Scott!
The Highly Anticipated Middleweight Clash
After successfully defending her undisputed women's heavyweight title earlier this year, American boxing sensation Claressa Shields is making a strategic move to the middleweight division. She is poised to challenge the reigning WBA and WBC champion, Australia's Kaye Scott, in a thrilling 10-round contest.
Event Details and Schedule
The much-anticipated boxing event featuring Shields (18-0-0) against Scott (5-1-1) is scheduled for Saturday, August 15. The action will unfold at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, with the main card commencing at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Fans can expect the main event's ringwalk to occur around 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
A Star-Studded Spectacle in Atlanta
Given Claressa Shields' prominent status in the boxing world and the location of the fight in Atlanta, there's a strong possibility of numerous celebrities gracing the event. Notable figures such as Papoose, Latto, Kevin Gates, and Floyd Mayweather Jr. are among Shields' well-known supporters who might be in attendance. Shields herself has expressed a desire for pop icon Beyoncé to accompany her on her ringwalk, adding another layer of potential glamour to the evening.
Exclusive Live Coverage on DAZN
The monumental showdown between Shields and Scott will be broadcast as a premium live boxing event. For existing DAZN subscribers, access to the fight is included in their membership. Non-subscribers have the option to purchase access to this single event starting at $24.99 per month. Alternatively, DAZN offers an "Ultimate Tier" plan for $49.99 per month, which not only includes this event but also provides access to 12 additional pay-per-view events throughout the year, along with over 100 live fights, replays, highlights, and exclusive documentaries.
Full Fight Card Overview
The complete main card for the event promises an evening of intense boxing action. The headliner will be the Women's Middleweight title fight between Claressa Shields and Kaye Scott for the WBA and WBC championships. Other exciting bouts include Ernesto Mercado vs. Emmanuel Tagoe in the Super Lightweight division, Troy Isley vs. Joseph Hicks in the Middleweight category, and Ashleyann Lozada vs. Paulette Cuesta for the Women's Super Bantamweight title. Additionally, Caroline Veyre will defend her WBC Women's Super Featherweight title against Bernice Ferreira.
DAZN: Your Hub for Global Sports
For enthusiasts of global sports, DAZN stands out as a premier platform. Beyond boxing, DAZN offers extensive coverage of various international sports leagues and events, including FIFA, BKFC, the National League, UEFA Women's Championship League, ERC and WRC racing, Riyadh Season boxing, and NFL Game Pass International. Subscribers can delve deeper into DAZN's diverse programming and discover a world of athletic competition.
