The boxing world sizzles as Claressa Shields throws down the gauntlet to suspended champion Alycia Baumgardner. Shields, known for her fierce confidence and dominance across multiple weight classes, promises an easy victory should they ever clash. This fiery exchange comes amidst Baumgardner’s ongoing controversy. While suspended after a failed drug test, she maintains innocence and awaits the outcome of independent testing.
Despite the dark cloud hanging over her, Baumgardner boldly challenged the middleweight queen, Shields’, self-proclaimed ‘GWOAT’ status. Both boxers have been going back and forth against each other for quite some time now. Shields even claimed that she would fight Baumgardner at any given weight class, and now she’s called her rival out using Kim Kardashian.
Claressa Shields calls out the delusional Alycia Baumgardner
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Alycia Baumgardner, the suspended champion, ignited the flames by calling out the self-proclaimed Shields on social media. This bold move not only surprised fans but also challenged the supportive stance Shields took toward Baumgardner after her positive drug test. Undeterred by the weight disparity (Shields campaigning at 160 pounds, Baumgardner proposing 147 pounds), Baumgardner throws down the gauntlet.
Got all that time to be on instagram @‘ing & tagging cause she can’t announce no fight 😂. This goofball need healing ❤️🩹! How you start calling me out now you want me to keep your name out my mouth 😂 the delusion is getting worse. pic.twitter.com/k0zF3htrw9
— Claressa Gwoat Shields (@Claressashields) February 21, 2024
But Shields, known for her unwavering confidence, counters with an assertive promise of victory regardless of the weight class. Now, she had an indirect message ready for Baumgardner on her X, as she wrote, “Got all that time to be on Instagram @‘ing & tagging cause she can’t announce no fight. This goofball need healing! How you start calling me out now you want me to keep your name out my mouth the delusion is getting worse.“
Furthermore, she also added a GIF of Kim Kardashian in her response. In the GIF, Kardashian could be seen stating, “You know how delusional this sounds?” As of now, Shields doesn’t have any official opponent ready for her next boxing fight, but she’s all set for her MMA fight. The world will see Shields stepping inside the cage this coming Saturday.
Shields is ready to try her luck in MMA once again
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Mark your calendars for the historic PFL vs. Bellator debut event in Saudi Arabia on Feb. 24. It will feature three championship fights and a remarkable showdown in the world of female MMA. Claressa Shields is set to make her MMA return against Kelsey DeSantis. Shields, a top-notch female boxer, holds a 1-1 MMA record, while DeSantis, a former marine trainer at American Top Team, boasts a 1-2 record.
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This event promises excitement for fight fans, especially with the potential for a groundbreaking female MMA fight on Saudi Arabian soil. In the main event, the heavyweight throne is on the line as PFL’s Renan Ferreira squares off against Bellator’s veteran champion Ryan Bader. This clash of titans promises explosive power and strategic brilliance, making it a must-watch for any fan of heavyweight dominance.
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But the action doesn’t stop there. In another champion vs. champion showdown, PFL light heavyweight kingpin Impa Kasanganay makes a bold move, dropping down to challenge the undefeated Bellator middleweight champion, Johnny Eblen. Well, this event will attract a lot of viewership. What are your thoughts about this? Tell us in the comments section.
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