Claressa Shields aims for super fight with Lauren Price ahead of title bout
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 8:14 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Claressa Shields is set to continue negotiations for a super fight against Lauren Price, with promoter Dmitriy Salita optimistic about reaching a deal. Shields is preparing for a middleweight title fight against Kaye Scott on August 15. Price, a unified welterweight champion, previously expressed her interest in fighting Shields. The two boxers have had discussions regarding this matchup and are aiming to finalize arrangements after Shields's upcoming bout.
- •Shields preparing for a title fight on August 15 against Kaye Scott.
- •Negotiations for Shields-Price continue with hopes of a deal.
- •Price is a unified welterweight champion and showed interest in moving up in weight.
- •Salita believes both fighters are committed to making the bout happen.
"Claressa Shields is ready to resume talks for a women's super fight against Lauren Price with promoter Dmitriy Salita remaining hopeful that a deal can be agreed.
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