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Claressa Shields responds to Cris Cyborg’s $2 million fight offer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:44 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Claressa Shields responds to Cris Cyborg’s $2 million fight offer

Summary

Claressa Shields has rejected Cris Cyborg’s $2 million offer for a boxing match, stating Cyborg is 'short $8 million and a whole lotta respect.' Cyborg, 41, aims to make 2026 her final year in combat sports, but Shields remains uninterested in the bout. During an appearance on the Ariel Helwani show, Shields recounted her previous experiences sparring with Cyborg, claiming she dominated their sessions. Cyborg holds a record of 6-0 in boxing and is seeking significant fights to conclude her career.

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By the Numbers

•Cyborg offered Shields $2 million for a fight.
•Shields claims Cyborg cannot pay herself $2 million.
•Cyborg intends to retire in 2026 after major fights.
•Shields dominated their prior sparring session, according to her.
•Cyborg has a record of 6-0 in boxing with 5 KOs.

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11:44 AMYahoo Sports — Claressa Shields shuts down Cris Cyborg’s fight offer: ‘You can’t even pay yourself $2 million’

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A Claressa Shields vs. Cris Cyborg fight is nowhere near close to happening, despite a $2 million dollar offer on the table from Team Cyborg. The 41-year-old Cyborg has said 2026 is her final year in combat sports, and she’s doing her best to end her career on some big fights. That’s tough because not […]
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