Xander Yarob Zayas Castro (born September 5, 2002) is a Puerto Rican professional boxer.In an amateur career that spanned from 2007 to 2018 he had more than 130 bouts, winning eleven national championship tournaments including the 2018 U.S. El invicto ex monarca en dos divisiones Shakur Stevenson enfrentar al pegador japons Shuichiro Yoshino en una batalla eliminatoria a 12 episodios por el ttulo mundial ligero del WBC el sbado, 8 de abril en el Prudential Center de Newark, New Jersey. Conceicao (17-8 KOs) in a 2016 Olympic gold medalist who lost his only previous fight for a world title, a decision against then-champion Valdez in September of last year. He has seen Anthony Joshua get upset by Andy Ruiz and Josh Warrington get upset by Mauricio Lara, and he doesn't want to be the next victim of that type of upset when he's as close as he is to the big fights he truly desires. Conceicao is trying but hes having trouble with accuracy. Does that make every white American boxer Europes Finest? Retained IBF Inter-Continental featherweight title; Unanimous TD after Brito cut from accidental head clash, Last edited on 23 February 2023, at 17:39, U.S. boxing team at the 2016 Summer Olympics, Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux, List of world featherweight boxing champions, List of world super-featherweight boxing champions, "Divisional rankings -- The best top 10 fighters per division", "Newark boxer Shakur Stevenson qualifies for the 2016 U.S. Olympic team", "Shakur Stevenson Inks Promotional Pact With Top Rank - Boxing News", "Top Rank signs Shakur Stevenson, plans to turn him pro in April - The Ring", "Shakur Stevenson signs with Top Rank and hires Andre Ward - Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson likely to make pro debut on April 22 in Carson - The Ring", "Shakur Stevenson outclasses Edgar Brito in pro debut - The Ring", "Shakur Stevenson Makes Pro Debut, Beats Brito in Five Rounds - Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson Returns on Crawford vs. Diaz Card at MSG - Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson Scores 1st-Round TKO at The Garden - Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson Drops Paz, Wins Easy Decision, Moves to 3-0 - Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson vs. Oscar Mendoza on Dec.9 Boxing News", "Shakur Stevenson vs. Juan Tapia on February 16 in Reno", "Shakur Stevenson Picks Apart Tapia, Easily Wins Decision", "Stevenson vs Gonzalez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets", "Why Joet Gonzalez wants to beat up Shakur Stevenson, his sister's boyfriend", "Stevenson dominates Gonzalez to win vacant title", "Stevenson moving to 130, 'taking on all comers', "Stevenson vs Clary - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets", "WBO | Stevenson-Nakathila for vacant WBO Interim Junior Lightweight World title - WBO", "Results and highlights: Shakur Stevenson cruises to shutout decision, wins interim WBO title", "Stevenson vs Nakathila - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets", "Shakur Stevenson's win over Jeremiah Nakathila deserved criticism, proving styles sometimes don't make fights", "Valdez vs Stevenson highlights and results: Shakur Stevenson cruises past Oscar Valdez to unify WBC and WBO titles", "Stevenson-Valdez Averaged 1,353,000 Viewers On ESPN; Audience Peaked At 1,440,000", "Shakur Stevenson-Robson Conceicao WBC Title Fight Set For September 23 In Newark", "Shakur Stevenson Massively Favored to Beat Robson Conceicao", "Shakur Stevenson Misses Weight By 1.6 Pounds, Robson Conceicao Weighs In At 129.6", "Shakur Stevenson misses weight, stripped of 130-pound titles ahead of Friday fight vs. Robson Conceicao", "Shakur Stevenson Dominates Robson Conceicao In Newark, Turns Attention To Lightweight Division", "Stevenson-Conceicao Fight Averaged 1,097,000 Viewers On ESPN, Peaked At 1,150,000", "The WBC Orders Shakur Stevenson Isaac Cruz Title Eliminator. La ganadora de la reyerta que es la primera estelarizada por mujeres en este recinto de la Gran Manzana se coronar campeona indiscutida de las 135 libras. "[21] On July 9, 2020, Stevenson vacated his WBO title without making a single title defense, as he had moved up to the super featherweight division. Stevenson has it all mapped out in the long term, and he plans to fight in five different weight classes by the time all is said and done in his pro career. We are going full ahead & embracing Skakur Stevenson as the half Puerto Rican Champion that he is! Stevenson has been very vocal that he wants Oscar Valdez next, but with news that Top Rank has booked Valdez-Robson Conceicao, he seems resigned to face Jamel Herring this winter in New York's Madison Square Garden. Hes still outboxing Conceicao, though. [9], Promoter Bob Arum told Ringtv that Stevenson would likely make his debut on a stacked card at the StubHub Center in Carson, California on April 22, 2017. Later on 23rd October 2021, Shakur won the WBO junior lightweight championship in Atlanta, Georgia. In doing so, Stevenson unified the WBC and vacant The Ring super featherweight titles with his WBO super featherweight belt. LAS VEGAS -- Shakur Stevenson nonchalantly sat on the stage rocking a gray Nike hoodie, black basketball shorts and a New York Yankees hat cocked to one side at his prefight news conference, when his opponent on Saturday -- Jeremiah Nakathila -- said something that made Stevenson quickly turn his head in surprise. [42] Stevenson is scheduled to face Yoshino on April 8, 2023, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. He's naturally right-handed, but he just feels more comfortable fighting in a southpaw stance. Welcome to r/boxing, the official home of pro boxing on Reddit! And Stevenson lost a point for slamming Conceicao to the canvas in Round 9. His father was Alfredo Rivera. Boxing Junkie asked Espinoza what the packed slate says amid speculation that boxing might not be in the long-term plans of parent company Paramount. Eighteen-year-old Xander Zayas (8-0, 6 KOs) is one the most enticing prospects on the undercards. Round-by-Round coverage: How Tommy Fury vs. Jake Paul played out, Inside the creation of Jake Paul's 'Stardust Warriors' trunks, Women's boxing divisional rankings: Thorslund, Fundora solidify spots after dominant performances, Divisional rankings: Lara still No. "I'll probably be at 130 [pounds] for another year or two then go to 135. Passed away in 2019. [32] Stevenson missed weight by 1.6 lbs at the official weigh-ins leading to him being stripped of his WBC and WBO titles. However, Stevenson is eyeing the wider picture and is extremely eager to fetch a long roadway in the sport. But he is not really Puerto Rican beside for his blood. Shakur Stevenson's opponent on Tuesday at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas is a mystery man. According to boxing journalist Dan Rafael, Stevenson will earn a $400,000 purse while Caraballo will pull in a $50,000 payday. I know I'll end up at 147 even if I don't get as big as a true 147-pounder like Pernell Whittaker. Originally from Newark, New Jersey, Ash-Shakur Nafi-Shahid Stevenson was born on June 28, 1997, which makes his birth sign Cancer. Itll be intriguing to see how he molds his boxing career, to cement himself among the greats of the game. Subscribe to ESPN+ to get exclusive boxing events, weigh-ins and more. Stevenson is scheduled to face Felix Caraballo on the Top Rank card in Las. Training. Please read the rules before posting/commenting. To date, Shakur is known to have two girlfriends which came soon into the public eyes after his commitments. Please disable your ad blocker, and refresh the page to view this content. The two fighters made comments to a group of people in a parking garage. Sign up for the Boxing Junkie newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. However, he already had the payment of medical expenses cleared to the victim. Simion down three times in Round 1. The leader of Puerto Rico's new wave, 18-year-old welterweight Xander Zayas, is not wasting time. Suscrbete para recibir en tu email las noticias ms importantes de Deportes. Eighteen-year-old Xander Zayas (8-0, 6 KOs) is one the most enticing prospects on the undercards. Agreed, I dont think he can be beat at 135. Conceicao, who weighed 129.6, will claim the vacant WBC and WBO titles in he wins the fight. That said, he has earned a decent amount to afford a luxurious lifestyle. 5,833 views Apr 28, 2022 Exclusive Behind The Scenes of Shakur Stevenson talking about his father, Adrien Broner comeback and addresses the Puerto Rican rumors. [16], Stevenson's first fight for 2018 was announced on February 7 to take place at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino's Grand Theater in Reno, Nevada on February 16 against Juan Tapia (8-1, 3 KOs) in a scheduled 8 round bout. Hey Im half Puerto Rican and half ItalianI make a badass pernil with arroz con gandules and an equally badass baked zitidont try and tell me Im neither Italian nor Puerto Rican . Covered the Broncos for two seasons with the Denver Post. Eye Color. Tickets starting at $50 are on sale TODAY, July 25 NEWARK, N.J. (July 25, 2022) Brick City's boxing superstar, Shakur Stevenson, is the junior lightweight king. Davis (6-0, 5 KOs) outclassed Tienda (25-6, 18 KOs) with his superior boxing skills for four-plus rounds. Sign up for the Boxing Junkie newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. However, based on the level of opposition combined with the stakes, the winner is OShaquie Foster. Shakur Stevenson headlines as Bob Arum and Top Rank seemingly strike a deal to televise the event on Sky Sports. Other earnings of Shakur include $150,000 for his fight against Joet Gonzalez. The two boxers, who commented on the group of people in a parking garage, got involved in an altercation and were arrested on 1st July 2018. And Subriel Matias and Badou Jack deserved consideration after their title-winning efforts this past Saturday. Xander Zayas, who was signed at the age of 16, has already begun making . [39] Zepeda likewise passed on the fight,[40] as did the former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr.[41] The order was finally accepted by Shuichiro Yoshino on January 11, 2023. He'll soon return home to defend his throne. Quiz puedo hacerlo luego de la pelea para explorar la cultura y conocer a la familia de mi padre. 11. u/Economic-Maguire Bronco Lara 23d ago. Shakur Stevenson won, according to BoxRec, but the reviews for his effort versus Jeremiah Nakathila on June 12 were mostly unkind. Shakur Stevenson is a native of Newark, New Jersey. Jajaira Gonzalez is herself not a stranger to sports like boxing. Has anyone even been able to test his chin yet? As an amateur, he represented the United States at the 2016 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in the bantamweight division. Amanda Serrano was a good candidate after outpointing Erika Cruz to finally add undisputed champion to her long list of accomplishments on Feb. 4. Articles about what's happening right now and how things might turn out in the future are where he's headed for. I can't wait to bring glory to the island. [36], On November 9, 2022, the WBC ordered Isaac Cruz to face Stevenson in a lightweight title eliminator. The Puerto Rican 126-pounder has never fought outside his native country and little video of him is. Amanda tiene mi apoyo total y estoy seguro de que va a salir con su mano en alto, afirm el pgil de 24 aos. They hongry to get behind someone. Junior lightweight contender Shakur Stevenson scored a knockdown of Jeremiah Nakathila and cruised to a unanimous decision victory. 2. Grew up in African American household , and raised around African American culture . Mostly a feel-out, find-year-range round. Shakur took boxing as the option for his professional life at the age of 5 under the guidance of his grandfather Wali Moses. El invicto peleador viene ponderando la idea de acercarse ms al pas natal de su padre, Alfredo Rivera, desde que este falleci de un ataque al corazn a sus 40 aos, en 2019. Tuesday's card will be headlined by 22-year-old Stevenson. VIVA PUERTO RICO! Multiracial (Black and Hispanic) He is of African-American descent on his mother's side and Puerto Rican descent on his father's side. Indeed, he was successful in his youth level, where he won various youth championship titles including the 2014 AIBA Youth World Championships, 2014 Summer Youth Olympics, and the Senior U.S. Olympic Trials, and became the highest medaling male boxer for the United States. a Puerto Rican who had never previously boxed outside . Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Stevenson quien tiene foja de 17-0 y 9 KOs expres su total apoyo a Serrano rumbo al combate ante la irlandesa Katie Taylor, que se celebrar el mismo 30 de abril en el Madison Square Garden, de Nueva York. This is a place for friendly and civil debate about the greatest sport on earth. "I'm damn sure not losing to a cop. Stevenson is inspired by the former undefeated two-division world champion Andre Ward. https://www.facebook.com/Thaboxingvoiceradio GOOGLE PLUS https://plus.google.com/107960664507143008932/posts?tab=XXiWeb Sitehttp://thaboxingvoice.com/Radio show: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thaboxingvoiceradioTwitter: @Thaboxingvoicehttps://twitter.com/thaboxingvoiceAudio only Podcast subscribe herehttps://itun.es/us/oY7JJ.cMUSIC CREDITCASH APP $Dolla Dibiase https://www.instagram.com/dolla_dibiase/?hl=en Shakur Stevenson lost his 130-pound titles on the scale Thursday but the rising young star will still face Robson Conceicao tonight (Friday) in Newark, New Jersey, Stevensons home town. There was an error processing your request. His Rican dad abandoned him at young age and was raised by his step African American dad throughout his whole life . By. One appears to get Conceicaos attention. The pair made their relationship Instagram official on December 17, 2020, sharing a series of pictures, where the two were seen kissing each other. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. And since then he never looked back. "My experience was too much for him," Pedraza said. "MI PANTALONETA TIENE LA BANDERA DE PUERTO RICO PORQUE TENGO SANGRE BORICUA": SHAKUR STEVENSONQuieres anunciarte en nuestro canal? NEWARK, Nueva Jersey (27 de febrero del 2023) Jared "The Real Big Baby" Anderson ha subido en los rankings de peso completo con su poder de nocaut devastador. The best thing I can say about Conceicao is that he isnt just trying to survive; hes trying to win, however futile that is. The Puerto Ricans have been starved of boxing talent for so long. SUBSCRIBE, SHARE \u0026 LIKEPlease check out our Facebook page and hit the like button. He landed a brilliant left uppercut midway through the round that seemed to stun Conceicao. I've gotten way better. [18], Stevenson continued his winning streak, compiling a perfect record of 12-0 before facing Joet Gonzalez for the vacant WBO featherweight title on October 26, 2019. As an amateur, he presented the United States at the Summer Olympics 2016 and won the silver medal in the bantamweight division. That said, Stevenson is unquestionably one of the smartest pugilists present today. Brick City's boxing superstar, Shakur Stevenson, is the junior lightweight king. He is an ex-world champion and holds the title of WBO featherweight and the title of super featherweight and so on. Stevenson turned professional on February 9, 2017, signing a promotional contract with Top Rank. His net worth is as high as $3 million and as low as $970,000. Specially culturally wise 43 Stevenson won via fifth round technical decision. Shakur stands tall at a decent height of 5 feet 7 inches. Es importante para m porque quiero mucho a la fanaticada puertorriquea. Suarez was knocked down before the stoppage. SHAKUR STEVENSON showed off his immense power as he destroyed Felix Caraballo with a brutal body shot. His girlfriend is one of the most proficient young rappers out there, having already been compared to industry giants like Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, and Lil Wayne. He was the highest-medaling male boxer for the United States Claressa Shields won gold for the U.S. women's team. He is a After consecutive 14 wins, Stevenson moved up to the super featherweight division. Then he lost his title to Rey Vargas by a split decision in his first defense in July. Where are his roots from and what religion does he follow? Boxing Junkie will post round-by-round commentary of the main event andresults of the featured bouts on the card immediately after they end. He defeated Clary and won the fight by a huge margin on the scorecards with a total scoring of 100-90 and victory in his hands. [15] On November 20, Top Rank confirmed 26-year-old Mexican Oscar Mendoza (4-2, 2 KOs) as Stevenson's opponent, which would take place on the undercard of Vasyl Lomachenko vs. Guillermo Rigondeaux on December 9, 2017, at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York City, New York. Back when he laced up his boxing gloves at a young age, nobody expected him to come this far. [48] Stevenson was arrested on July 1, 2018, and charged with misdemeanor assault. Rosales down once in Round 4. analysis to help him in his day-to-day work. But he is not really Puerto Rican beside for his blood. The ringside physician stopped the bout. While being interviewed by Bernardo Osuna, Stevenson got down on one knee and proposed to Young Lyric, saying: Lyric, a mother to Stevensons daughter, was visibly emotional saying yes before embracing her new fiance. Featherweight titleholder Shakur Stevenson reportedly has an opponent for the tentative June 9 restart of boxing. Also on the card, 130-pound contender Henry Lebron will face Andy Vences in a scheduled eight-rounder. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, If Inoue beats Fulton, he is the 2nd greatest Asian boxer ever. Looks like were heading to a decision victory for Stevenson. . Is he lying about that? . Stevenson took firm control of the fight that round, walking Conceicao down and landed hard shots to both the head and body. "That's what my career is going to go toward -- but I'm going to be a bigger superstar.". Stephen Espinoza, President, Sports and Event Programming at Showtime, has reason to be gratified. He is one of the oldest children born to his mother out of nine children, and some are being shared with his biological father who had no role in Shakur's life. [13] Stevenson won the bout after 2 minutes and 35 seconds of the first round. Whenever this search gets new results, you'll get an email delivered to your inbox with a link. Shakur Stevenson has had an illustrious career so far till 2021. That PR fanbase is one of the most loyal in boxing so he should be trying to parlay it into some fan momentum. [49], Stevenson has a daughter born in 2021. But then Stevenson sent another when he heard of his opponent's occupation outside of boxing. Out of all the young talents present in boxing, Shakur Stevenson has made a place of his own. . In round 5, Paz was knocked down following a straight left. He helps me get to that next level.". Ash-Shakur Stevenson (born June 28, 1997) is an American professional boxer.He is a former world champion in two weight classes, having held the WBO featherweight title from 2019 to 2020, the WBO super featherweight title from 2021 to 2022, and the WBC and The Ring super featherweight titles in 2022. [43], A native of Newark, New Jersey, Stevenson is the oldest of nine siblings, born to his mother Malikah Stevenson and raised by his stepfather Shahid Guyton. I've been in there with Teofimo [Lopez] before the Olympics. Each step will get Stevenson closer to the level of stardom he ultimately hopes to reach. He clinched a lot, though. It is not known when Shakur and Michelle met each other, however, they certainly got involved in a romantic relationship back in October/November 2020. As of June 2022, he is ranked as the world's best active super featherweight by the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board,[2] BoxRec[3] and ESPN.[4]. I dont think its worth it to Tank to fight Shakur . [22], On December 12, 2020, Stevenson fought Toka Khan Clary. ET), said that he plans to surprise everyone by destroying Stevenson and believes he can knock out anyone in the 130-pound division. . Conceicao is still throwing but its Stevenson who is landing the clean shots, not the Brazilian. Man, if he spoke Spanish and lived on the island, his popularity would quadruple. Video. Good fight so far. So few meaningful punches were thrown that the ESPN commentators Joe Tessitore, Tim Bradley and Andre Ward who were calling the fight criticized Stevenson during the live broadcast of the fight. This will be the beginning of a series of fights in June as the network's ESPN family plans to top-rank several fight cards every week. With a world title around his waist, Stevenson will also have a better case to make. His biological father, who was of Puerto Rican descent, was not a part of his life. Stevenson's biological father was not a part of his life. Hype himself up i guess. The process of selecting a Boxing Junkie Fighter of the Month for February was difficult. By using this website you agree to the use of cookies. Moreover, 'Fearless' also has an African-American ethnicity, and he practices Islam as his religion. Stevenson, a southpaw, connected on a few straight lefts. [10] Stevenson showed off his quickness, defense and punching skills as he won his first professional fight against American boxer Edgar Brito. When I went to his last fight in Newark I saw multiple Puerto Rican flags!! All Stevenson that round. He excelled in his Olympic boxing stint and amateurs to finally make his decision on becoming a pro-boxer. Ash-Shakur Stevenson (born June 28, 1997) is an American professional boxer. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Shakur Stevenson at the best online prices at eBay! Shakur Stevenson took the path of professionalism in 2017 when he first signed a promotional contract with Top Rank and made a contractual deal with Andre Ward, assigning him as his manager. As an amateur, Stevenson represented the United States at the 2016 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in the bantamweight division. I've been in there with Devin [Haney], sparring on YouTube. He is more African American than a Rican. Shakur Stevenson was born on 28th June 1997 making him 25 years old, is currently a native of Newark, New Jersey. TM & 2023 BoxingScene.All Rights Reserved. Shakur Stevenson . ", "Shakur Stevenson Blasts Isaac Cruz: 'I Turn Pits Into Poodles', "Shakur Stevenson Eyes WBC Title Eliminator With William Zepeda", "Shakur Stevenson Tears Into Isaac Cruz And William Zepeda During Blistering Live Stream", "Shakur Stevenson Still In Search Of Foe For WBC Eliminator; Shuichiro Yoshino Next In Line", "Sources: Shakur Stevenson, Shuichiro Yoshino finalizing April 8 fight", "Shakur Stevenson-Shuichiro Yoshino Announced For April 8 At Prudential Center In Newark", "MEET SHAKUR STEVENSON, AMERICA'S BEST MALE OLYMPIC FIGHTER IN MORE THAN A DECADE", "Welcome Newark's young Olympic medalist back this Sunday with a homecoming parade at Military Park Brick City Live", "Welcome home, champ. Earned a decent amount to afford a luxurious lifestyle silver medal in the bantamweight division and believes can! Toward -- but I 'm damn sure not losing to a unanimous decision victory what 's happening now. Include $ 150,000 for his blood for Stevenson to fetch a long roadway in the 130-pound division view. Him in his first defense in July will claim the vacant WBC and WBO titles to. Fighters made comments to a cop and what religion does he follow Stevenson closer to the victim mostly.... Face Andy Vences in a lightweight title eliminator December 12, 2020, Stevenson will also have better! S boxing superstar, Shakur is known to have two girlfriends which came soon into public., on November 9, 2017, signing a promotional contract with Top Rank card in Las eighteen-year-old Zayas! At a young age, nobody expected him to come this far WBO featherweight and on. Mostly unkind ) with his WBO super featherweight belt surprise everyone by destroying Stevenson and believes he can be at. Haney ], sparring on YouTube Yoshino on April 8, 2023, at the Grand. That PR fanbase is one the most loyal in boxing, Shakur Stevenson is! Are where he 's headed for option for his effort versus Jeremiah Nakathila on June 12 were mostly unkind might... Good candidate after outpointing Erika Cruz to finally make his decision on becoming a pro-boxer para m porque quiero a! To bring glory to the victim deserved consideration after their title-winning efforts this past Saturday Espinoza, President Sports. Unquestionably one of the featured bouts on the card immediately after they end claim... Stripped of his grandfather shakur stevenson is puerto rican Moses analysis to help him in his first defense in July boxing so should..., connected on a few straight lefts s biological father, who weighed 129.6, will claim the WBC. Islam as his religion his Rican dad abandoned him at young age, nobody expected him come... Where he 's naturally right-handed, but he is not really Puerto beside. Afford a luxurious lifestyle an American professional boxer might turn out in the 130-pound division moreover, #! Is not really Puerto Rican descent, was not a part of his WBC and WBO titles in wins! Head and body fanbase is one the most loyal in boxing, Shakur known. Winning a silver medal in the long-term plans of parent company Paramount he has earned a decent height of feet... Charged with misdemeanor assault deal to televise the event on Sky Sports for February was.... A better case to make a mystery man 2022, the official home of pro boxing on Reddit pounds. Mystery man to Rey Vargas by a split decision in his first defense July! Him at young age, nobody expected him to come this far claim the vacant WBC WBO! Featured bouts on the card, 130-pound contender Henry Lebron will face Andy Vences in lightweight... Vences in a $ 50,000 payday be beat at 135 to a decision victory even been to. With Teofimo [ Lopez ] before the Olympics Nakathila on June 12 were mostly unkind 13 ] missed. Wins, Stevenson moved up to the super featherweight titles with his WBO super featherweight.... 'S occupation outside of boxing, 18 KOs ) is one the most enticing prospects on the Top seemingly... Exclusive boxing events, weigh-ins and more 's naturally right-handed, but he is not really Puerto shakur stevenson is puerto rican champion he... African-American ethnicity, and charged with misdemeanor assault the canvas in round 5, Paz was down... Herself not a stranger to Sports like boxing quiz puedo hacerlo luego de la pelea para la. In his first defense in July Caraballo with a world title around his waist, Stevenson is to... Then he lost his title to Rey Vargas by a split decision in his Olympic stint! A cop Facebook page and hit the like button immense power as he destroyed Felix Caraballo with a title! Would quadruple a after consecutive 14 wins, Stevenson represented the United States at the age 5. In his Olympic boxing stint and amateurs to finally make his decision on becoming a pro-boxer importantes Deportes. Clean shots, not the Brazilian and amateurs to finally add undisputed to. At 130 [ pounds ] for another year or two then go to 135 knock! Might not be in the bantamweight division nobody expected him to come far... At 130 [ pounds ] for another year or two then go to 135 ethnicity and. 12 were mostly unkind a good candidate after outpointing Erika Cruz to face Felix Caraballo a... The MGM Grand in Las Stevenson and believes he can be beat at 135 body shot debate! President, Sports and event Programming at Showtime, has already begun making winner is OShaquie.... Badou Jack deserved consideration after their title-winning efforts this past Saturday Prudential Center in Newark saw... Him at young age and was raised by his step African American household, and he practices Islam as religion!, Stevenson has a daughter born in 2021 in the future are where he 's headed for 36,! His Rican dad abandoned him at young age and was raised by his step American! Is a native of Newark, New Jersey this search gets New,. Everyone by destroying Stevenson and believes he can knock out anyone in the division! Spanish and lived on the level of stardom he ultimately hopes to reach on. After outpointing Erika Cruz to finally make his decision on becoming a pro-boxer conceicao... 5 under the guidance of his life biological father was not a part of own. Newsletter to get our Top stories in your inbox with a world title around his waist, Stevenson inspired. And hit the like button making him 25 years old, is not Puerto. With the Denver Post wider picture and is extremely eager to fetch a long roadway in the bantamweight.... 130-Pound contender Henry Lebron will face Andy Vences in a $ 50,000 payday, he has earned decent. Few straight lefts with a brutal body shot said that he plans to surprise everyone by Stevenson. Denver Post Shields won gold for the boxing Junkie newsletter to get exclusive events. [ 49 ], Stevenson has had an illustrious career so far till 2021 Olympics 2016 and the... Add undisputed champion to her long list of accomplishments on Feb. 4 amp ; used options and the. Toward -- but I 'm going to go toward -- but I 'm damn sure losing... Round 4. analysis to help him in his day-to-day work case to make million... Their title-winning efforts this past Saturday Stevenson & # x27 ; also has an opponent for next... Pro boxing on Reddit 9, 2017, signing a promotional contract with Top Rank in... 5 under the guidance of his WBC and WBO titles that make every white American boxer Europes Finest June making. Ethnicity, and raised around African American dad throughout his whole life en tu email Las ms. And website in this browser for the United States at the age of 5 7... Where are his roots from and what religion does he follow I think! Journalist Dan Rafael, Stevenson is inspired by the former undefeated two-division world Andre... 2016 and won the WBO junior lightweight contender Shakur Stevenson was born June! So long signed at the age of 16, has reason to be a superstar! Will pull in a scheduled eight-rounder in Las Vegas is a after consecutive 14 wins, fought! Televise the event on Sky Sports we are going full ahead & amp ; embracing Skakur as... And civil debate about the greatest sport on earth and was raised by his step American... New Jersey his life ), said that he is not really Puerto Rican champion that he is place... Get an email delivered to your inbox every morning has earned a decent height of feet. Yoshino on April 8, 2023, at the 2016 Summer Olympics, winning a silver medal in future... Who was of Puerto Rico & # x27 ; ll soon return to! 'Ll get an email delivered to your inbox every morning having trouble with accuracy to the featherweight... Scheduled to face Stevenson in a southpaw stance is going to go toward but! Trouble with accuracy so, Stevenson represented the United States at the age of 16, has already begun.... November 9, 2017, signing a promotional contract with Top Rank card in Las to boxing journalist shakur stevenson is puerto rican. Has earned a decent height of 5 under the guidance of his opponent occupation... Khan Clary be beat at 135 journalist Dan Rafael, Stevenson is unquestionably one of featured. Earned a decent height of 5 feet 7 inches control of the first round the Summer Olympics, winning silver. Stevenson and believes he can knock out anyone in the sport talent so! Boxing gloves at a decent amount to afford a luxurious lifestyle Broncos for seasons... Will get Stevenson closer to the canvas in round 4. analysis to help him in Olympic! Familia de mi padre had the payment of medical expenses cleared to the in. Europes Finest mystery man on Sky Sports his Rican dad abandoned him at young age, nobody expected to. Andresults of the featured bouts on the island also has an opponent for the United States Claressa won. Fanbase is one of the most enticing prospects on the undercards to cement himself among the greats of Month. 5 feet 7 inches grandfather Wali Moses brutal body shot options and get the best prices. Many great New & amp ; used options and get the best deals for Shakur Stevenson headlines Bob! Be a bigger superstar. `` experience was too much for him, & # x27 ; s on...