Shakur Stevenson and William Zepeda are set to face off in a high-stakes lightweight bout this Saturday. The two undefeated fighters will clash for the WBC lightweight world title at Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens.
Both Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) and Zepeda (33-0, 27 KOs) bring perfect records to the ring, adding extra tension to the championship matchup. The fight stands out because both boxers are left-handed, which will likely shape the dynamics of the contest.
Boxing experts expect a chess match between these two skilled southpaws. The unusual matchup of lefties will test each fighter's timing, distance control, and counter-punching abilities. Fans might see more head clashes than usual due to the mirror-image stances.
"It's going to be a high IQ fight," said veteran trainer Eddie Mustafa Muhammad. "When you have two southpaws, it becomes about who can adjust faster and exploit the tiniest openings."
Both Stevenson and Zepeda will have their right hands in front and left legs back - the reverse of the orthodox stance. This setup often feels awkward for fighters used to facing right-handed opponents.
The bout carries high stakes beyond the world title. One fighter will suffer their first professional loss, unless the judges call a draw. Stevenson's slick boxing style contrasts with Zepeda's higher knockout percentage, setting up an intriguing style clash.
Fight fans can catch the action on pay-per-view for $59.99, which includes a week of access to the DAZN streaming service. The broadcast kicks off at 6 p.m. ET and will be available in 200 countries worldwide.
As fight night approaches, both camps remain confident. The boxing world waits to see which undefeated southpaw will emerge victorious in this unique lightweight showdown.
