Claressa Shields’ team is open to a Savannah Marshall rematch. ‘After an epic battle, their story continues.
Dmitry Salita, Claressa Shields’ promoter, expressed interest in perhaps setting up a rematch with Savannah Marshall, saying, “There are few rivalries in boxing that are as genuine as Claressa and Savannah.” Marshall anticipates being back in the ring in March 2024.
The promoter of Claressa Shields, Dmitry Salita, stated that he would be open to scheduling a rematch with Savannah Marshall, stating, “There are few rivalries in boxing that are as genuine as Claressa and Savannah.” Marshall plans to return to competition in March 2024.
Marshall next increased his weight to 168 pounds and defeated Franchon Crews-Dezurn in July to capture all four of the major super-middleweight titles.
Shields’ promoter, Dmitry Salita, is undoubtedly thinking about a rematch.
“There are few rivalries that exist in boxing that are as genuine as Claressa and Savannah,” Salita stated.
“We’re thinking about next year. Our mission has always been to produce the biggest and best fights possible to advance boxing overall, especially women’s boxing.
“Both have had wins after their epic battle, and their story continues with a rematch being something we are open to exploring.”
In the past, Marshall told reporters, “I’m going to be chasing that fight.”
“The reason I want the rematch is revenge for that loss, but there aren’t many fighters out there for me and these higher weights.”
Due to a hand injury, the Hartlepool star won’t be able to play until March 2024.
That has prevented her from making a mandatory defense of her WBC title, which has led to the WBC declaring Marshall their ‘champion in recess’.
In December, mandatory challenger Shadasia Green will fight Crews-Dezurn for the vacant WBC belt.
“I’ve got a mandatory in Shadasia Green, but, with me being injured, I think she’s been forced to fight Franchon Crews-Dezurn, so it’ll be interesting to see who wins out of the two,” Marshall said.
“I’m just recovering from a hand operation from my last fight. It’s going well. I’m happy with it. It’s my third hand-op, so I’m going to end up a bit of a crab.
“I’m looking to get out, maybe in March next year.”
