‘She Is Just Not Physically Big Enough or Strong Enough to Handle Me’: Laila Ali Dropped Bombshell on Claressa Shields Not Too Long Ago

Muhammad Ali’s daughter Laila, possessed the same warrior spirit as her father and dominated the sport of boxing throughout her career. Laila Ali retired with an undefeated record and was even honored with induction into the boxing Hall of Fame. Fans frequently pair her with boxers for a prospective fight despite her being retired. Fans may be interested in her response to a recent question regarding a potential matchup with undisputed champion Claressa Shields.

Claressa Shields has an undefeated record and has been strutting her way up the boxing ranks. She even gave herself the moniker G.W.O.A.T. due to her outstanding performances to date. Laila Ali, who has fought more than twice as many times as Shields, is fairly certain that she will win.

Ali stated, “I don’t know how to lose first of all. The thing is, but, that’s all talk, right? So let’s just focus on the facts, the fact is that she is just not physically big enough or strong enough to handle me. And she does not have enough skill to move me off of her. Well, these are just the facts.”  

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Laila continued by saying that she doesn’t feel that Shields is strong enough to fight her. Furthermore, she added that she can street fight, she can just brawl, and she is okay with boxing as well. Well, according to Ali, Shields doesn’t have the skill to put her off. 

Claressa Shields claims Laila Ali’s demands are not relevant 

The G.W.O.A.T. previously stated that she would be willing to take on Ali. However, in response to Shields’ remarks, Ali is requesting $5 million to leave retirement and take on Shields. She once asserted that Ali’s demands were irrelevant.

“I’m the current reigning world champion. So if she really wanted to fight, be fair! Stop asking for insane split. It’s ridiculous. Also come out of retirement. Make an official announcement and say you are not retired,” said Shields.

Shields feels that no one believes the remarks coming from Ali. If she really wants it, it is easy for her to put on the boxing gloves again and fight her. 

Who do you think will win if Laila Ali squared off against Claressa Shields? Let us know in the comments below.

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