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Claressa Shields expects fight with Lauren Price in early 2027

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:53 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Claressa Shields expects fight with Lauren Price in early 2027

Summary

Claressa Shields announced that her anticipated bout with Lauren Price is now likely to occur in early 2027. Shields, a multi-weight undisputed world champion, highlighted Price's explosive style and skill during a recent interview. Currently, Shields is scheduled to challenge Kaye Scott for her WBA and WBC world titles on August 15 in Atlanta. Price has not fought since her victory over Stephanie Pineiro in April, but Shields remains optimistic about their matchup. She believes Price will need a warm-up fight to adapt to middleweight, where Shields will compete against her.

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By the Numbers

•Shields plans to fight Price in the first quarter of 2027.
•Shields fights Kaye Scott on August 15 for world titles.
•Price has not fought since April 2026.
•Shields believes Price will need preparation to move up in weight.
•Both fighters are Olympic gold medalists and unbeaten professionals.

Latest Updates

9:53 PMYahoo Sports — Shields says fight with Price likely to take place in 2027
12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Price fight now likely to be held in 2027 - Shields
12:19 PMBBC Sport — Price fight now likely to be held in 2027 - Shields

What they're saying

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Undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields expects her long-discussed blockbuster showdown with Wales' Lauren Price to be delayed until 2027.
— Yahoo Sports