Savannah Marshall may but safe a rematch with arch-rival Claressa Shields, believes coach Peter Fury.
Marshall holds an beginner win over Shields and the long-time foes met in a blockbuster world title battle in 2022.
Shields was victorious and has subsequently moved up in weight, turning into an undisputed champion at heavyweight.
Marshall herself gained the undisputed title at super-middleweight in 2023 and has additionally modified sports activities to compete in MMA with PFL.
The Briton will return to boxing subsequent, after signing a take care of Jake Paul’s promotional firm MVP.
Her coach Peter Fury informed the Toe2Toe podcast: “I feel it is nice information for Savannah.
“She’s in the gym, she’s training hard every day and she’s got a big announcement next week.”
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Claressa Shields despatched a chilling message to rival Savannah Marshall saying that the she would not be capable to beat ‘The GWOAT’ in MMA, boxing or ping pong!
Marshall is coming into a brand new part of her boxing profession with an American promoter and Fury believes she may nonetheless ultimately get a rematch with Shields.
“I’m optimistic because I don’t think there’s anybody else. I think them two are at the top,” Fury stated.
“Savannah’s made some serious adjustments since the first fight so I’m really looking forward to if they can get it on again.”
Marshall will not be the one UK fighter to affix MVP not too long ago. Chantelle Cameron, the previous undisputed super-lightweight champion and present WBC Interim titlist, has signed for the corporate which is staging Katie Tayor’s subsequent battle.
Holm returns to boxing
Holly Holm believes she will be profitable in boxing (AP Picture/John Locher)
On the age of 43 UFC star Holly Holm, who famously knocked out Ronda Rousey, will return to boxing.
She’s going to battle Yolanda Vega on the undercard of Jake Paul’s bout with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr on June 28.
“This new chapter is going to be an exciting journey, and I’m looking forward to the challenge,” Holm stated. “Coming full circle back to boxing – I’ve spent most of my MMA career at 135lbs, and now I have the opportunity to make my boxing debut at that weight.
“With boxing titles in three larger weight lessons below my belt, I am desperate to pursue a fourth title in a brand new division.”
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