Claressa Shields eyes February stadium fight at Ford Field in Detroit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:16 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Undefeated professional boxer Claressa Shields is in negotiations to headline a stadium card at Ford Field in Detroit on February 6, 2027. Promoter Dmitriy Salita confirms discussions regarding the venue are underway with the goal of becoming the first female boxer to headline a U.S. stadium event. The proposed date precedes the Super Bowl, and organizers aim to finalize an opponent and broadcasting platform by early November. Potential opponents currently under consideration include Chantelle Cameron, Lauren Price, and Cris Cyborg. Shields, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, recently improved her record to 19-0 after a knockout victory against Kaye Scott in Atlanta this past August.
- •Claressa Shields targets a February 6, 2027, fight date at Ford Field.
- •Potential opponents include Chantelle Cameron, Lauren Price, and Cris Cyborg.
- •Promoters hope to finalize terms for the stadium bout by early November.
- •Shields holds an undefeated 19-0 record as a professional boxer.
- 7:16 PMYahoo Sports — 'GWOAT' Claressa Shields eyes 'super fight' at Ford Field in 2027
"Claressa Shields has drawn big crowds at Little Caesars Arena in recent years. Now, her promoter wants to move up to a stadium show in February.
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