Shields’ dominant win sets the stage for blockbuster options, from big-name rematches to a historic superfight. It was a statement night in Detroit as Claressa Shields swept every round against Lani Daniels at Little Caesars Arena live on DAZN, electrifying a packed hometown crowd. Shields showcased her trademark speed and precision, leaving no doubt as she retained her position atop the women’s boxing landscape.
Claressa Shields Dominates in Detroit—Could a $15 Million Superfight Be Next? originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Shields’ dominant win sets the stage for blockbuster options, from big-name rematches to a historic superfight.
It was a statement night in Detroit as Claressa Shields swept every round against Lani Daniels at Little Caesars Arena live on DAZN, electrifying a packed hometown crowd. Shields showcased her trademark speed and precision, leaving no doubt as she retained her position atop the women’s boxing landscape. But beyond the dominant performance, the night carried a larger storyline—options are wide open for the self-proclaimed GWOAT, and the possibilities could lead to blockbuster events.
Last night marked the final fight on Shields’ deal with Salita Promotions, a partnership that began when she was 21 years old.
Now 30, the two-time Olympic gold medalist made her next chapter clear: ‘This is our last fight just on our contract. So, I’m like a free agent. You know what I mean? … I love Salita and this is my guy. But I want to make the biggest fights and the best fights.’ Since her debut on Showtime in 2016, Shields’ star has only grown, building a legacy that demands big stages and big paydays.
So what’s next? One intriguing option is a catchweight clash with her former Olympic teammate, Mikaela Mayer, the current WBO welterweight champion. Mayer is rarely in a dull fight and brings a style full of nonstop action, making this matchup a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Another option would be a rematch with Franchón Crews, who Shields defeated in her 2016 pro debut—Crews was ringside live at Little Caesars Arena and is coming off an upset win over Shadasia Green in December 2023.
A Savannah Marshall rematch lingers, though its appeal has dipped after Marshall’s recent loss to Green, but styles make fights and Shields and Marshall put on a show in 2022.
Perhaps the most lucrative opportunity lies outside traditional promotion. As a free agent, Shields could cut a deal with Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions, potentially setting up a showdown with Green.
MVP has experience hosting mega-events, including Taylor vs. Serrano III, which reportedly pulled in over 2.3 million viewers on Netflix. If MVP stages another all-female card on the streaming giant, Shields vs. Green could headline and deliver massive visibility. Green’s explosive right hand makes her the most dangerous threat in Shields’ path.
And then there’s the biggest dream fight of all—Laila Ali. A rumored $15 million offer for Shields vs. Ali would smash the box office if it came together, making it one of the most significant bouts in women’s boxing history.
For Shields, the road ahead is full of possibilities. Whether it’s old rivals, Olympic teammates, or bold new deals, one thing is certain: the next chapter will be the biggest yet.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
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