Fans of boxing were thrilled to hear the news that Shakur Stevenson, former world champion in two weight classes, recently had a sparring session with Terence Crawford, another highly regarded professional boxer. While there is no video footage of the two champions in the ring, fans are already imagining what the sparring session must have looked like.
Stevenson’s tweet has caused a stir on social media, with fans and fellow boxers alike expressing their admiration for the young fighter’s dedication to his craft.
The best working with the best: Shakur Stevenson and Terence Crawford’s training session
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Despite the lack of video evidence, boxing fans went wild after Shakur Stevenson revealed on Twitter that he had just sparred with his “big brudda,” Terence Crawford. The tweet quickly gained traction, with fans expressing their excitement and admiration for the two boxers.
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Got 2 rounds in wit my big brudda that’s my fav sparring partner tbh @terencecrawford 💪🏾
— Shakur Stevenson (@ShakurStevenson) March 18, 2023
Boxing enthusiast WayneTheTravelGuy thought that the sparring session is worth being PPV and wrote, “Man that would be ppv to watch yall spar!”
Man that would be ppv to watch yall spar!
— WayneTheTravelGuy (@WayneTravelGuy) March 19, 2023
While TheRealDjbrcharles in full admiration of the two stars added, “Thts why it’s gonna be hard for ANYBODY to beat you foreal. I’m not just saying.”
Thts why it’s gonna be hard for ANYBODY to beat you foreal 🦾🦾 I’m not just saying
— TheRealDjbrcharles (@djbrcharles1) March 19, 2023
dmiles#COYS commented, “Iron sharpens iron,” emphasizing the importance of elite sparring partners.
Iron shapes iron
— dmiles #COYS (@mc_oner) March 19, 2023
And Thierry Onri was so full of praise for Terence and Shakur that he declared them both, “The best 2 in their respective division 👏🏾.”
The best 2 in their respective division 👏🏾
— Thierry Onri (@RocksVII) March 19, 2023
However, not all fans were as enthusiastic. Joe B took the opportunity to take a jab at Crawford, saying, “That’s great you should teach him some real skills then maybe he’ll stop ducking Spence😋.”
That’s great you should teach him some real skills then maybe he’ll stop ducking Spence😋
— Joe B (@BlairJoette) March 18, 2023
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In the boxing world, there exist a mere handful of names that hold as much weight as Terence Crawford and Shakur Stevenson. These two boxers have garnered quite a reputation for themselves with their awe-inspiring and prodigious talents, which have enabled them to solidify their positions as formidable opponents in their respective divisions.
In a whirlwind of excitement, Shakur Stevenson’s imminent bout against Shuichiro Yoshino has the boxing community in a frenzy. After his recent sparring session with Terence Crawford, he has gained even more attention. Stevenson is set to face Shuichiro Yoshino on Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at the Prudential Center in Newark, United States. Will he continue to rise to the top, or will Yoshino prove to be an unexpected threat? Only time will tell. For now, all eyes are on Stevenson and the high-stakes match ahead.
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Despite the mixed reactions, it’s clear that Stevenson and Crawford’s sparring session has got the boxing world buzzing with anticipation. Shakur Stevenson and Terence Crawford’s sparring session may have only been confirmed through a tweet, but it has definitely created a buzz among their fans.
The reactions on social media show just how much excitement the two boxers generate when they are mentioned together. The sparring session between these two boxing powerhouses has reignited the passion for the sport and leaves fans wanting more.