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Price calls for Shields fight after gruelling win over Pineiro

Price calls for Shields fight after gruelling win over Pineiro

Summary

Lauren Price won a tough boxing match against Stephanie Pineiro in Cardiff, keeping her world titles. After the fight, Price challenged Claressa Shields, a well-known American boxer, to a future fight. Shields responded positively, suggesting they might meet in late 2026.

Key Facts

  • Lauren Price fought Stephanie Pineiro in Cardiff and won by unanimous decision.
  • Price sustained a bad cut from a head clash in the fifth round but continued to fight.
  • Both Price and Shields are undefeated boxers, each with impressive records.
  • Price expressed interest in fighting Shields in both America and Wales.
  • Claressa Shields has won world titles in five weight classes and suggested fighting Price at middleweight.
  • Shields said a potential fight could happen by the end of 2026.
  • The Cardiff fight was challenging for Price, but she dominated in the later rounds.
  • Judges scored the fight 99-91, 98-92, and 98-92 in favor of Price.

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