النسخة الإنجليزية: Lauren Price Eyes Claressa Shields Showdown After Victory

secured a hard-fought victory over Stephanie Pineiro, defending her welterweight world titles in Cardiff. The 31-year-old Price faced a tough challenge from the previously unbeaten Puerto Rican, suffering a severe cut from a head clash in the fifth round. Despite the injury, Price persevered and earned a unanimous decision, with judges scoring the bout 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92 in her favor.

According to BBC News, Price expressed her desire to fight Claressa Shields in the future, suggesting a two-fight deal that would see them compete in both the United States and Wales. Shields, who holds 15 world title belts across five weight divisions and remains undefeated, joined Price in the ring post-fight, indicating a mutual interest in making the match happen by the end of 2026.

The bout against Pineiro was not an easy one for Price, who had previously enjoyed more straightforward victories. Pineiro started aggressively, but Price adjusted her strategy and began to dominate in the later rounds. Price’s ability to rally in the sixth and seventh rounds was crucial, as she finished strong despite the injuries sustained during the fight.

With this victory, Price improves her professional record to 10-0 and is now being touted as a potential top contender in women’s boxing. Her promoter, Ben Shalom, believes that a fight against Shields could elevate Price to the number one pound-for-pound female fighter status by the end of the year.

In the co-main event, Rhys Edwards and Gully Powar battled to a majority draw in the British featherweight title fight, with both fighters expressing interest in a rematch after a closely contested bout. Edwards started strong, but Powar’s relentless approach kept the fight competitive, resulting in a split decision from the judges.