Shakur Stevenson announces signing with Zuffa and upcoming fight plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Shakur Stevenson discussed his recent signing with Zuffa during an appearance on the Ariel Helwani show. He confirmed plans to compete on Ring and Zuffa cards, with a potential debut scheduled for October. Stevenson, currently the WBO super lightweight champion, hinted at a fight against Devin Haney at 144 pounds. He expressed his ongoing commitment to the WBO title and his preference not to compete for the WBC belt. The outcome of his discussions with Zuffa appears to mark an important shift in his career.
- •Shakur Stevenson signed with Zuffa and plans to fight on Ring cards.
- •He aims for an October debut, targeting Devin Haney as an opponent.
- •Stevenson remains the WBO super lightweight champion for now.
- •He expressed no interest in fighting for the WBC belt.
- •Stevenson's discussions indicate a significant career development.
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Pretty sure I’ll be on Ring and Zuffa cards’: Shakur Stevenson talks about new deal
"Shakur Stevenson says he’s excited for this new chapter of his career.
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