Claressa Shields defend her undisputed heavyweight titles against Lani Daniels on DAZN Boxing tonight. Get fight time, full fight card, Shields vs Daniels odds, background, and more.
⚡ Background of Claressa Shields
Claressa Shields is one of the most garnished female boxers ever. She is two time Olympic gold medalist (2012 & 2016) and the first boxer male or female to become undisputed champion in three weight category. Currently she holds the undisputed women’s heavy weight championship WBC, WBA, IBF & WBO, after defeating Danielle Perkins in February 2025.
Earlier in 2024 she claimed the WBC heavyweight title by stopping Vanessa Lepage Joanisse by second round TKO in Detroit.
Fight Setup: Claressa Shields vs Lani Daniels
Clashing tonight Saturday July 26, 2025, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Shields defends her undisputed heavyweight titles against Lani Daniels, the former IBF light heavyweight champion from New Zealand.
- Shields enters with a 16‑0 record and 3 KOs.
- Daniels arrives at 11‑2‑2 with just 1 KO, but riding a seven fight win streak.
Fight Time, Broadcast & How to Watch
- Undercard begins: 6:00 pm ET (~5:30 pm live doors)
- Main card Broadcast begins: 8:00 pm ET
- Projected ring walk for Shields vs Daniels: ~10:00 pm ET (~7:00 pm PT; 3:00 am BST).
How to Watch:
Stream live on DAZN worldwide. Available via app on Smart TVs, Roku, FireTV, Apple/Android, plus web browser. Subscription options include monthly and annual passes, with discounted annual offers through DAZN’s global platforms.
Claressa Shields Fight Card Highlights (Undercard)
- Samantha Worthington vs Victoire Piteau (Super Lightweight, interim WBA title)
- Tony Harrison vs Edward Diaz (Middleweight, 10 rounds)
- Pryce Taylor vs Robert Simms (Heavyweight prospect showdown)
- Caroline Veyre vs Licia Boudersa (Featherweight eliminator).
What’s at Stake: Shields vs Daniels Significance
Claressa Shields
- Looking to secure her first undisputed title defense of 2025.
- Cementing her legacy as one of the sport’s Greatest of All Time (GWOAT) in women’s boxing. Fans and pundits debate her potential matchup with legends like Laila Ali – Muhammad Ali’s ex‑wife recently opined Shields would defeat Laila in a hypothetical dream fight.
Lani Daniels
- A former world champion aiming to capture additional belts against an iconic opponent.
- She known as The Smiling Assassin and her journey includes breaking barriers for New Zealand boxing and advocating mental health following family tragedy.
Claressa Shields Fight Tonight Breakdown
Fight Time & Ring walks
The broadcast begins at 8:00 pm ET, with Shields expected to ringwalk at approximately 10:00 pm ET. Undercard matches begin earlier around 6:00 pm ET.
Wagering & Probabilities
Claressa Shields is a strong competitor, with odds around at about – 3000 (1/30). Daniels is obviously as a disadvantage at +1000 (10/1).
Fight Context
Shields arrives unbeaten and dominant. Her final match happened in February and it was against Perkins. She was earning unanimous decision scores of 100-89, 99‑90, and 97‑92 even with a shoulder injury.
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Claressa Shields Career view
- Amateur: Youth and Olympic arenas her gold was marked the first ever for a U.S. woman in Olympic boxing in 2012.
- Pro Transition: Quick ascent in professional boxing, winning title in Middleweight, Super Middleweight, Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight categories.
- 2025 Milestone: Became the first woman ever to hold undisputed titles in three weight division at a same time. Now defending her heavyweight titles against Daniels in front of home crowd in Detroit.
Claressa Shields vs Lani Daniels Preview
Strengths:
- Shields brings Olympic level experience, technical skill and championship composure.
- Daniels counters with power, discipline and championship pedigree.
Possible Scenarios:
- Shields likely to control pace and distance using jab, combinations, and ring generalship.
- Daniels will struggle to match Shields volume and precision but could test stamina or land a big shot.
Result prediction: Shields retains with decision or late-round stoppage.