WBO middleweight Savannah Marshall on her world middleweight championship unification fight vs. three-belt champion Claressa Shields, whom Marshall beat as an amateur:  “This fight has been a long time coming, but we are here now and on September 10th, I will be the new undisputed middleweight champion of the world. I’m a fan of Claressa Shields. What she’s done for the sport is amazing. She’s a pioneer for the sport, but the reality is, she doesn’t beat me. The first time we fought she didn’t perform and she won’t again on September 10th. That’s what it is and it kills her. It burns her inside. I’ve knocked out people you went ten rounds with. I’m not just going to beat you. I’m going to hurt you and outbox you. That’s all you need to know. I’m a better fighter. I’ll have all her world titles on September 10th. It’s amazing, not just for me and Claressa headlining, but also having an amazing [chief-support] fight in Mikaela Mayer vs. Alycia Baumgarnder. I think their fight is a headliner on its own. Sharing the night with them two will be unbelievable.

 

“I win this fight through heart and my boxing brain. On September 10th, I will become the champion of the world. And that will be the end of her rubbish. See you on September 10th, babe. I believe I’m a better fighter than Claressa Shields. I’m more skilled than Claressa. I believe I’m more determined.”