Flint’s Claressa Shields, the self-proclaimed “G.W.O.A.T.” (Greatest Woman of All Time), is preparing to defend her undefeated record and add another championship title to her illustrious boxing career.
The undisputed two-division champion will fight Danielle Perkins, another undefeated boxer, on February 2 at the Dort Financial Center in Michigan. The highly anticipated match will be broadcast live on DAZN.
Shields’ Impressive Legacy
Shields, with a perfect 15-0 record, has dominated boxing since winning two Olympic gold medals.
In July 2024, she solidified her heavyweight dominance by defeating Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in two rounds to win another title.
Shields, known for her confident demeanor and fierce fighting style, has mastered weight classes, winning gold at super welterweight, middleweight, super middleweight, and now heavyweight.
Standing at 5’8 “, Shields faces a height disadvantage against Perkins, who towers at 5’11” . Shields remains unfazed.
“She is fighting against the best,” Shields stated. “If she thinks her size and weight alone will win her the fight , she’s in for a rude awakening .”
The Challenger: Danielle Perkins
Perkins, who has a 5-0 record, has made a strong comeback to boxing after a two-year absence, winning her last two fights by knockout.
Perkins, a former St. John’s University basketball player and two-time World Championship medalist, combines athleticism and power in the ring.
“If it’s going to be a dogfight, then so far, there’s going to be two dogs, and you’re not going to know who’s who,” Perkins said, signaling her readiness for a battle against the champion.
Looking Beyond the Fight
Shields is already considering future challenges. In a bold move, she recently called out Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, adding intrigue to her post-Feb. 2 plans.
This Michigan showdown promises to be a battle of the champions, with Shields looking to extend her undefeated streak and Perkins hoping to cement her own legacy in the boxing world.
