Bloody Elbow · Jun 23, 2021
Claressa Shields returns, fights at upcoming PFL event in August
Photo by Elsa/Getty Images Claressa Shields before her fight against Brittney Elkin at PFL 4.Claressa Shields has her next fight under the Professional Fighters League (PFL) banner set. The two-time Olympic gold medalist and multi-division boxing champion turned mixed martial artist is scheduled to fight again at an upcoming PFL event set for Aug. 27 in Hollywood, Florida.
The news was first reported by MMA Journalist Ariel Helwani and later confirmed by other media outlets. Per the report, the opponent for Shields is yet to be determined.
Claressa Shields’ second pro MMA fight for PFL is set for Aug. 27, per promotion officials. Opponent TBD. Shields will not box between now and then.