“Zepeda Is Fighting Soon”: Oscar De La Hoya Responds as Shakur Stevenson Accuses Him of Not Making Fight with ‘Camaron’

Lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson is embroiled in a heated social media battle with boxing promoter Oscar De La Hoya. The drama centers around a potential fight between Stevenson and William Zepeda, a rising contender. Remember, De La Hoya publicly called out Stevenson to face Zepeda after Zepeda’s impressive victory in March.

Both fighters seemed interested, but the fight never materialized. Now, Stevenson has a fight scheduled for July 6th, with his opponent yet to be named. But what about Zepeda? And is there any truth to Stevenson’s claims that De La Hoya just used his name for promotion?

Oscar responds to Shakur Stevenson: Fight talks on hold until later this year?

Oscar was quick to callout Shakur after Zepeda’s win. He challenged, “He’s ready for anybody. … Shakur, if you’re watching, let’s get it on, let’s go.” Even Zepeda himself said to The Ring, “In a perfect world, I want Shakur next,” after his big win. But nothing has materialized yet. And Shakur Stevenson’s frustration surfaced again, marking not the first time he’s accused Oscar De La Hoya of clout chasing. Stevenson aired his grievances on Twitter, demanding clarity and accusing De La Hoya of leveraging his name without intent to finalize a fight. “Yooo @OscarDeLaHoya I still haven’t heard nothing yet about Zepeda fighting me July 6th how can u say my name over and over and not make the fight happen next was u using me to promote your fighter fight or?”

Stevenson’s tweet, charged with frustration, sought a direct confrontation. Promptly, Oscar De La Hoya responded, indicating a future discussion. “Zepeda is fighting soon for the second time this year, I’ll talk to your promoter third quarter of this year,” he replied. This exchange highlighted the ongoing negotiation drama, stirring more anticipation among fans. De La Hoya’s reply suggested a timeline, yet left the immediate future of the Stevenson-Zepeda matchup in ambiguity.

Read more: Shakur Stevenson Calls Out Oscar De La Hoya for “Clout Chasing” His Name for William Zepeda Potential Fight

While Shakur is calling out Oscar, his mind is still focused on July 6th.

Ready to dominate the ring again

Shakur Stevenson’s determination is palpable as he gears up for a significant return to the boxing ring. “July 6th I’m back and they woke a monster up… I’m the best fighter in the sport take it how u wanna. Everyone gets punished from here on out see yall then,” he declared on Instagram, signaling a fiery comeback.

This bout marks a pivotal moment, as Stevenson ventures into what he describes as the “second stage” of his career, following a brief flirtation with retirement. With potential opponents like William Zepeda, Kid Austin, and Raymond Muratalla on the horizon, Stevenson’s next fight is more than just a match; it’s a statement of his undiminished ambition and resilience.

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Who will step up to challenge the awakened monster, and will this bout fulfill the high expectations set by Stevenson’s bold declarations?