Claressa Shields, the undisputed light middleweight boxing champion, continues to prove her doubters wrong as she navigates the world of MMA. Despite facing criticism and skepticism from the MMA community, Shields recently secured a hard-fought split decision win over Kelsey DeSantis at PFL vs. Bellator in Saudi Arabia, improving her pro MMA record to 2-1.
In a recent interview on The MMA Hour, Shields expressed her love for fighting and the art of war, emphasizing her dedication to hard work and improvement in the sport. She acknowledged the doubts surrounding her abilities in MMA, especially given her opponent’s experience and background in jiu-jitsu and Muai Thai.
Despite facing setbacks in her MMA journey, including a split decision loss to Abby Montes, Shields remains determined to prove herself in the cage. She finds satisfaction in silencing her critics and proving that she has the potential to be a champion in MMA.
Shields’ success in MMA has not only surprised her detractors but has also fueled her determination to continue pushing herself in the sport. With each fight, she gains valuable experience and confidence, knowing that she has the potential to achieve greatness in the world of mixed martial arts.
As she looks towards the future, Shields remains focused on honing her skills and proving that she belongs in the MMA world. With her unwavering determination and fighting spirit, she is poised to make a lasting impact in the sport and potentially add more hardware to her collection in the years to come.