DETROIT – It’s fight week as Claressa “The GWOAT” Shields (17-0, 3 KOs), the undefeated and undisputed face of women’s boxing, is returning to the ring.
Shields will step back into the ring at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, where her last appearance drew a sold-out crowd.
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This fight marks the culmination of a decade-long rivalry, as Shields faces Franchon Crews-Dezurn (10-2, 2 KOs) in a long-anticipated rematch.
The two fighters shared their professional debut nearly 10 years ago, making this showdown a highly anticipated moment in women’s boxing.
The event is promoted by Salita Promotions in partnership with Wynn Records and co-promoted by 313 Presents.
It will stream live on DAZN, the global leader in boxing broadcasts.
Tickets are currently available at 313Presents.com and Ticketmaster.com.
The event promises an electrifying night of boxing as Claressa Shields aims to continue her undefeated streak and solidify her legacy in the sport.
Key event dates and media opportunities include:
- Thursday, Feb. 19 — Official press conference at Little Caesars Arena, 12 p.m. Media arrival at 11:30 a.m. Fighters Claressa Shields and Franchon Crews-Dezurn will be on stage, along with other fighters available for interviews and photos.
- Friday, Feb. 20 — Official media workout at Downtown Boxing Gym, 12 p.m. Media arrival at 11:30 a.m. Fighters attending include Shields, Crews-Dezurn, Atif Oberlton, Danielle Perkins, and Pryce Taylor.
- Saturday, Feb. 21 — Official weigh-in at Little Caesars Arena, 12 p.m. Media arrival at 11:30 a.m. All fighters will weigh in prior to fight night.
- Sunday, Feb. 22 — Fight night at Little Caesars Arena. Media credential pick-up begins at 4 p.m. The first fight starts at 4:30 p.m. ET, with the DAZN telecast beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
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