Claressa Shields and Amanda Serrano, two of women's boxing's biggest stars, have never faced each other in the ring. But that doesn't mean there's no tension between them. Shields recently spoke out about what she sees as a lack of support from Serrano.
In an interview with FightHype TV, Shields talked about her frustration with Serrano not showing up to her fights. She pointed out that she's been a long-time supporter of Serrano's career.
"I was a fan of hers before Jake Paul, and I'm a fan now," Shields said. "Look at all the women's fights I go to, and then look at mine. See who's showing up-and who isn't."
Shields, who calls herself the GWOAT (Greatest Woman of All Time), has been a vocal advocate for women's boxing. She's fought hard for equal pay, more opportunities, and more TV time for female fighters. She's also made it a point to attend major women's boxing events to show her support.
"I fight for equal pay, equal opportunities, equal TV time," Shields explained. "But when you come to my fights, look around and tell me which female fighters are there."
Serrano, on the other hand, has been breaking records of her own. She's now the highest-paid female boxer in history and continues to push the sport forward. She's partnered with Jake Paul's MVP Promotions, which has helped boost her profile.
Both women have been pioneers in their sport, breaking records and pushing women's boxing to new heights. But their different approaches and this unspoken tension have created an interesting dynamic in the boxing world.
Shields made it clear that she'll continue to support women's boxing, including Serrano's fights. She confirmed she'll be ringside for the upcoming Taylor-Serrano trilogy fight on July 11 at Madison Square Garden.
This situation raises some interesting questions about the women's boxing landscape. Will Shields and Serrano ever address their rivalry openly? How will their parallel careers continue to shape the sport? And could more mutual support among female boxers help push the sport even further?
At the end of the day, both Shields and Serrano are defining figures in women's boxing. Their impact on the sport will be felt for years to come, regardless of their personal relationship or different approaches to their careers.
