Women’s boxing rarely delivers full-circle moments — but this weekend, history repeats itself.

More than a decade after their professional debuts collided, Claressa Shields and Franchon Crews-Dezurn will meet again in a championship rematch with far greater consequences.

Their first fight introduced them to the professional ranks.
Their second could define their legacies.

This time, the undisputed women’s heavyweight championship is on the line.

From Debut Opponents to Championship Rivals

Ten years ago, Shields defeated Crews-Dezurn via unanimous decision in both fighters’ first pro bout. Since then, their careers have taken dramatically different arcs — yet they now converge again at the very top of the sport.

Shields went on to become one of boxing’s most dominant champions, collecting titles across multiple weight classes and building an undefeated record. Crews-Dezurn carved her own elite path, becoming a former undisputed super-middleweight champion and establishing herself among the sport’s toughest competitors.

Their rematch represents more than revenge — it’s a clash of two pioneers of modern women’s boxing.

Fight Date, Venue and Start Time

The bout takes place at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan — Shields’ home territory and a familiar stage where she has fought several times before.

• Date: Sunday, February 22

• Main card start: 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT / 1 AM GMT (Monday)

• Main event ringwalks (approx): 11 PM ET / 8 PM PT / 4 AM GMT

The event will stream worldwide exclusively on DAZN.

What Titles Are at Stake?

The fight headlines a card with the undisputed women’s heavyweight championship on the line — including the IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO belts currently held by Shields.

A victory would further cement her dominance across divisions and strengthen arguments placing her among the greatest female fighters ever.

Full Fight Card

• Claressa Shields vs. Franchon Crews-Dezurn — Undisputed women’s heavyweight championship

• Atif Oberlton vs. Joseph George — Light heavyweight

  
  
  

• Che Kenneally vs. Danielle Perkins — WBA women’s light heavyweight title

• Pryce Taylor vs. James Evans — Heavyweight

Tale of the Tape

Claressa Shields

• Nationality: American

• Age: 30

• Height: 5’9″

• Reach: 68″

• Record: 17-0 (3 KOs)

Franchon Crews-Dezurn

• Nationality: American

• Age: 38

• Height: 5’8″

• Reach: 72″

• Record: 10-2 (2 KOs)

Betting Odds

Oddsmakers heavily favor Shields to retain her titles.

• Shields: 1/33

• Crews-Dezurn: 8/1

Despite the gap, Crews-Dezurn’s experience and physical strength make her one of the few fighters familiar with Shields’ style.

Why This Fight Matters

This bout symbolizes the growth of women’s boxing itself.

When they first fought, women’s fights rarely headlined major cards.
Now, two pioneers meet for undisputed supremacy in a global broadcast event.

For Shields, it’s about legacy.
For Crews-Dezurn, it’s about redemption.

For the sport — it’s validation.

FAQ

Where can I watch the fight?
Live worldwide on DAZN via subscription.

What titles are on the line?
The undisputed women’s heavyweight championship (IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO).

Who won their first fight?
Claressa Shields by unanimous decision in their professional debuts.

Is this fight a rematch?
Yes — ten years after their first meeting.

Who is favored to win?
Shields is the overwhelming betting favorite.