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Reaction As Claressa Shields Beats Savannah Marshall In Epic Battle

Written by Boxing Social Staff on 16th October 2022.

Claressa Shields Beats Savannah Marshall

A unanimous masterclass from the new undisputed champion, whose speed and defence were a treat for British fans and a section of the sport that did itself proud tonight. Claressa Shields takes the middleweight belts back to the States, but a rematch will never be far from the minds of the promoters.

Whilst Savannah Marshall’s power threatened to change the narrative at a couple of points, the GWOAT looked in control for most of the fight and that was reflected in the score cards. On top of that, she looked like she almost had Marshall hurt a few times – however the Brit’s chin must be commended.

The main event – which had plenty of spice but no really controversy – showed the sport in the way it had to be shown following recent events on these shores. Ben Shalom said before the card that around 35% of ticket buyers were female compared to 5% for other shows. It’s a great statistic to show that boxing can reach new audiences and capture them. Long may it continue.

Official scorecards had two judges with 97-93 and the third slightly closer at 96-94, all three in favour of Shields.

The boxing world turned up to watch – you can read some reactions below.

Errol Spence

Carl Frampton

Teddy Atlas

Ryan Garcia

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Mike Coppinger

Sunny Edwards

Ebanie Bridges

Adam Catterall

Sam Jones

Barry Jones