Shakur Stevenson leaves Zuffa Boxing

Shakur Stevenson, the undefeated WBO super-lightweight champion, has been released from Zuffa Boxing, a promotion co-founded by Dana White, CEO of the UFC. Stevenson announced his departure on his YouTube channel, stating he requested the release after no fights materialized for him under the organization.

No fights materialized for Stevenson

Stevenson said he gave his full effort, remained focused, and completed an eight-week training camp in preparation for fights that were expected to happen. However, he confirmed that none of those fights took place, and he does not hold anyone responsible for the situation.

Stevenson plans to launch his own promotion

Now a free agent, Stevenson intends to take control of his career by launching his own promotion company. He remains open to working with other promoters but emphasized that he wants to manage his future on his own terms.

Stevenson’s title and career highlights

Stevenson currently holds the WBO super-lightweight title, having previously been champion in the featherweight, super-featherweight, and lightweight divisions. His last fight in January saw him defeat Teofimo Lopez via unanimous decision to claim the super-lightweight title.

Future plans and goals

Stevenson plans to defend his title before potentially moving up to the welterweight division. He expressed excitement about a new chapter in his career and reiterated his goal of having the biggest and best fights in the lightweight or super-lightweight divisions. He stated that no opponents placed in front of him can beat him and emphasized that any move to a higher weight class will be at his own pace.