Claressa Shields Set for Middleweight Clash Against Kaye Scott
By Editor • August 15, 2026 • 1 min read
In a highly anticipated matchup, Claressa Shields will transition to middleweight to face Kaye Scott for the WBA and WBC titles on Saturday, August 15. This bout follows Shields' successful defense of her undisputed women's heavyweight title against Franchon Crews-Dezurn earlier this year.
The fight is set to unfold at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, with coverage beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Fans can expect the main event ringwalk around 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT, and a star-studded audience, potentially including celebrities such as Papoose, Latto, and Floyd Mayweather Jr., is anticipated.
For those wanting to catch the action live, DAZN subscribers can watch the event for free. New viewers can subscribe for $24.99/month or opt for the Ultimate Tier at $49.99/month, granting access to multiple events throughout the year. Don’t miss this thrilling clash in women’s boxing!
Source: variety.com
