Shakur Stevenson has commented on a possible fight against Ryan García. The statements arise after recent comments from Bernard Hopkins. During the presentation of “Latino Night,” Hopkins suggested a matchup between the two boxers. He proposed that the fight take place at a catchweight between 135 and 143 pounds.
Although there are no confirmations yet, interest in this bout is growing among fans. Stevenson addressed the topic on his social media. On his X account, he wrote:
“I’m kinda scheduled to beat his other fighter in February I would love that fight too tho 😂.”
It is important to note that both Shakur Stevenson and Ryan García are currently inactive.
Stevenson suffered a hand injury in early September. The injury occurred while he was preparing for his fight against Joe Cordina. He is expected to return to the ring in early 2025. However, his first opponent will be William ‘Camarón’ Zepeda.
On the other hand, García is facing a different situation. The Californian was suspended for a year after testing positive for Ostarine. This substance is banned and enhances performance. The result of his fight with Devin Haney, held in April, was changed to a no contest. Despite this, García had displayed a dominant performance before the suspension.
Both boxers are projecting their return for the first half of 2025. This opens up the possibility of a fight between them materializing. However, their plans for a comeback are different.
Ryan García, 26, shocked the boxing world by capitalizing on a victory over Haney, marking a milestone in his career. However, the result was affected by his positive test for PED. To date, García has a record of 24 wins, with 20 by knockout, one loss, and one no contest.
Similarly, Shakur Stevenson, also 26, comes off a recent victory. He defeated Artem Harutyunyan by unanimous decision. Despite his win, the boxer was booed for his fighting style, which some critics deemed boring. Currently, Stevenson boasts an impressive record of 21 wins, with 10 by knockout and no losses.
As both boxers prepare for their return, interest in their potential matchup grows. The combination of styles and personalities promises an exciting fight if it comes to fruition. The boxing community eagerly awaits further updates on this anticipated showdown.
I’m kinda scheduled to beat his other fighter in February I would love that fight too tho 😂 https://t.co/E27z1wp7W3
— Shakur Stevenson (@ShakurStevenson) October 3, 2024
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