Shakur Stevenson (21-0, 10 KOs) has been on the WBC lightweight throne for several weeks and is now challenging Emanuel Navarrete (38-1-1, 31 KOs).
The Mexican fights at a lower weight limit and is the WBO super featherweight champion. The difference between them is small, only 2.3 kg, and the situation is simplified by the fact that both compete under the Top Rank banner.
“I like to fight young and unbeaten boxers who, like me, achieve results in this sport and have great ambitions. Someone tell Navarrata that I want this fight. Let's make it, USA vs Mexico. I never take the easy way out,” Stevenson told his potential rival on social media.
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