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Shields Defends Heavyweight Title Against Crews-Dezurn February 22

2/20/2026

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Claressa Shields will defend her undisputed heavyweight title against Franchon Crews-Dezurn on February 22 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
At a news conference, Shields praised Crews-Dezurn and highlighted their shared journey in women's boxing.
Shields holds a 17-0 record and previously defeated Crews-Dezurn in their 2016 pro debuts.
Crews-Dezurn, now a two-time champion, described the matchup as a milestone for women's boxing.

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Claressa Shields will defend her undisputed heavyweight title against Franchon Crews-Dezurn on February 22 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
At a news conference, Shields praised Crews-Dezurn and highlighted their shared journey in women's boxing.
Shields holds a 17-0 record and previously defeated Crews-Dezurn in their 2016 pro debuts.
Crews-Dezurn, now a two-time champion, described the matchup as a milestone for women's boxing.