Boxing News 24 By Boxing News – 01/27/2025 – Comments A make-or-break event lands on Sunday, February 2, as undisputed champion Claressa Shields returns to her hometown to face the towering Danielle Perkins for the Heavyweight World Championship. Taking place at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI, and streamed live on DAZN (8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT), “Super Fight Sunday” features a trio of heavyweight battles and a full lineup of top talent from Michigan and beyond. Shields Vs. Perkins Start Times Main Card Start Times (Approximate): USA/Canada (ET): 8:00 PM USA (PT): 5:00 PM UK (GMT): 1:00 AM (February 3) Europe (CET): 2:00 AM (February 3) Saudi Arabia (KSA): 4:00 AM (February 3) Main Event Ringwalks (Approximate): USA/Canada (ET): 11:00 PM USA (PT): 8:00 PM UK (GMT): 4:00 AM (February 3) Europe (CET): 5:00 AM (February 3) Saudi Arabia (KSA): 7:00 AM (February 3) Times subject to change depending on undercard fight durations. Where To Watch “Super Fight Sunday” Global Broadcast: Live on DAZN (accessible via smart TVs, streaming devices, smartphones, and tablets) Venue: Dort Financial Center, Flint, Michigan Tickets are available online or in person at the Dort Financial Center Box Office. Follow Salita Promotions’ official channels for any last-minute card changes or ticket updates. Main Event: Claressa Shields Vs. Danielle Perkins Claressa “GWOAT” Shields (14-0, 2 KOs) Titles On The Line: Undisputed Heavyweight Championship Hometown: Flint, MI Style & Strengths: Unparalleled hand speed and technical prowess with a relentless offensive mindset. Motivation: Defend her position as the top female boxer in the sport while fighting on home soil. Danielle Perkins (4-0, 1 KO) Hometown: Houston, TX Style & Strengths: Tall, rangy heavyweight who uses her jab effectively. Motivation: Hand Shields her first professional defeat and claim undisputed status in the heavyweight division. Featured Heavyweight Bouts Brandon Moore (16-1, 10 KOs) vs. Skylar Lacy (8-0-2, 6 KOs) – USBA Vacant Heavyweight Title Moore: Florida-based powerhouse making his Salita Promotions debut. Lacy: Unbeaten Indianapolis prospect looking to upset Moore and secure a title. Pryce Taylor (5-0, 3 KOs) vs. Jerrell Nettles (4-10, 1 KO) – Heavyweight Taylor: Recently signed prospect returning to Flint just six weeks after his last victory. Nettles: Denver brawler with upset on his mind. Additional Fights Joseph Hicks (11-0, 7 KOs) vs. Keon Papillion (10-0-1, 7 KOs) – Welterweight Division Hicks Quote:“It is a blessing to perform in Flint once again…Salita Promotions has put together an incredibly strong card, and it’s an honor to share the stage with the GWOAT Claressa Shields.” Joshua James Pagan (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Ronal Ron (16-7, 13 KOs) – Lightweight Division Pagan: Grand Rapids standout coming off a big win in Puerto Rico. Ron: Venezuelan puncher with proven knockout power, seeking to derail Pagan’s rise. Leon Lawson III (16-1, 9 KOs) vs. Christopher Thompson (9-2, 6 KOs) – Super Welterweight Division Lawson: Flint native returning after an explosive KO in September. Thompson: Kansas City fighter who started his career with nine straight wins. Jaquan McElroy (2-0, 1 KO) vs. Nathan Mitchell (1-3, 1 KO) – Super Middleweight Division McElroy: Rising Flint boxer aiming for his third pro victory. Mitchell: Mississippi underdog eager to play spoiler. Spotlight On Women’s Boxing Caroline Veyre (8-1) vs. Carmen Vargas (5-2-1) – Vacant WBA Intercontinental Featherweight Title Veyre: Newly signed Canadian Olympian with impressive amateur credentials. Vargas: Houston-based challenger looking to grab a belt and make her mark. Ashleyann Lozada (Pro Debut) vs. Denise Moran (3-0) – Lightweight Division Lozada: The first-ever female Olympic boxer from Puerto Rico, ready to transition her amateur success to the pro ranks. Moran: Undefeated Californian determined to keep her winning record intact. Samantha Worthington (10-0, 7 KOs) vs. Vaida Masiokaite (10-26-1, 1 KO) – Super Lightweight Division Worthington: Undefeated Californian returning just weeks after a unanimous decision win. Masiokaite: Rugged Lithuanian veteran providing a stiff test in the ring. Why You Should Watch “Super Fight Sunday” Undisputed Heavyweight ShowdownClaressa Shields, one of boxing’s most accomplished fighters, takes on Danielle Perkins in a unique battle at the pinnacle of women’s heavyweight boxing. Return Of Michigan’s FinestFlint, Grand Rapids, and other local talent feature heavily on the undercard, offering hometown pride and competitive matchups. Heavyweight Triple-HeaderAlongside Shields and Perkins, fans get two more heavyweight clashes as Brandon Moore meets Skylar Lacy for a vacant title, and Pryce Taylor continues his quest for a perfect record. Spotlight On Rising Women’s FightersCaroline Veyre, Ashleyann Lozada, and Samantha Worthington each aim to bolster their reputations and potentially line up future title opportunities. Click here to subscribe to our FREE newsletter Related News: Boxing News 24 » Shields vs. Perkins on Feb. 2 – Start Time And Streaming Details Last Updated on 01/27/2025 2025-01-27 05:00:51 Nigeria’s 2Baba announces separation from Annie Idibia Scammers Are Creating Fake News Videos to Blackmail Victims
