1. Golden Boy Promotions Eyes New Talent
ONTARIO, CA — In a thrilling move, Golden Boy Promotions founder Oscar De La Hoya has publicly expressed his eagerness to bring boxing sensation Shakur Stevenson into his growing roster.
2. Stevenson’s Departure from Top Rank
The New Jersey boxer Shakur Stevenson recently fought out his Top Rank contract with a dominant decision victory over Artem Harutyunyan. This fight marked the end of Stevenson’s tenure with Top Rank, paving the way for new opportunities.
3. Trampler Confirms Free Agent Status
Top Rank matchmaker Bruce Trampler confirmed Stevenson’s departure in a post on X, declaring “free agent Shakur” was competing on ESPN that night, signaling the start of Stevenson’s journey as a free agent.
4. De La Hoya’s Interest in Stevenson
In an interview with World Boxing News earlier this year, De La Hoya had hinted at a potential matchup between his fighter William Zepeda and Stevenson. This potential clash now seems closer to reality with Stevenson’s free agent status.
5. Zepeda’s Impressive Victory
On the same night Stevenson defeated Harutyunyan on the East Coast, Zepeda showcased his skills by overwhelming Giovanni Cabrera at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, California. Zepeda’s victory was marked by a series of powerful head and body shots.
6. De La Hoya’s Enthusiastic Call
As De La Hoya left the venue, he was approached by World Boxing News and asked about his interest in signing Stevenson. Beaming with excitement, De La Hoya responded with a resounding “love to” sign Stevenson, followed by a direct shout-out: “Shakur, give me a call!”
7. Future Fight Prospects for Stevenson
While it remains uncertain which fights Golden Boy would prioritize for Stevenson, the potential bout with Zepeda looms large. The company might aim to secure a lightweight championship for Zepeda before organizing a unification bout with Stevenson, making the fight a grand spectacle.
8. Golden Boy’s Collaborative Efforts
Golden Boy Promotions has a history of successful cross-promotions, enhancing the appeal of potential bouts for Stevenson. Their collaborations have included high-profile events such as the PBC-Golden Boy partnership that produced the blockbuster Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia fight.
9. Recent Cross-Promotional Successes
Golden Boy’s recent collaborative ventures also include Jaime Munguia’s fight against Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez on a PBC on Prime Video card. These partnerships highlight Golden Boy’s ability to create major events, potentially benefiting Stevenson’s career.
10. The Road Ahead for Stevenson
With De La Hoya’s invitation on the table, Stevenson’s future looks promising. Whether it’s high-profile in-house bouts or cross-promotional mega-events, Golden Boy Promotions offers a dynamic platform for Stevenson to further elevate his career.
