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Shakur Stevenson is one of the most fearless boxers in the sport. He likes to challenge himself and is known for calling out the top boxers in the division. It is safe to say that Stevenson is an impeccable talent for the sport. He has had an unbeaten win streak of 19 fights and does not hope to stop anytime soon. Stevenson, on many occasions, has shown his interest in fighting in the heavier weight classes and is eyeing top lightweight fighters in the sport.

Recently, Stevenson took to Twitter to update his fans about his current physique. Aptly named ‘Fearless’, Stevenson now reportedly weighs 135 lbs.

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Stevenson is now bigger and better…

Shakur Stevenson posted his physique update picture on Twitter. In the picture, Shakur looks bigger and more muscular than before. Stenevson will be fighting in the lightweight weight division this year. The former featherweight champ had to vacate his titles after he failed to make the weight ahead of his fight against Robson Conceicao. Stevenson won the fight against Conceicao via unanimous decision, but he had to vacate the belts anyway.

Stevenson has had the desire to fight in the other weight classes for a long time. Last year he made it known to his fans that he is eyeing fights with boxers such as Vasyl Lomachenko and Gervonta Davis. Winning a fight against these lightweight fighters would eventually open the path for ‘Fearless’ to fight for the undisputed lightweight championship, which is currently held by Devin Haney.

The former champ in two weight classes is ready for this challenge and working hard. Stevenson has a professional record of 19 wins with 9 knockouts. In April, he is scheduled to fight Shuichiro Yoshino in his first lightweight bout. The lightweight division should be ready for a storm in the form of Shakur Stevenson. The spectators can expect an exciting environment in the lightweight division.

Fans react to Stevenson moving up a weight class

Jay is sure that if Stevenson continues what he’s doing, he’ll make it to the list of the best pound-for-pound boxers.

PackPackPackPack believes that no one will be interested in fighting Stevenson at 135 lbs.

Wavy believes Stevenson can’t maintain his weight at 135 lbs for long.

thegoat believes that Stevenson is the only boxer worthy of challenging Gervonta Davis.

Read More: Bob Arum Backs Shakur Stevenson to Be the Next Lightweight Champ, but Only if Devin Haney Does This.

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RidderSZN believes that moving up a weight class will help Stevenson’s strength.

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What do you think are the challenges the lightweight division holds for Stevenson? And will Stevenson be able to make his name heard in a new division? Let us know in the comments.

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