A recent sparring session has reignited the age-old debate surrounding gender and the squared circle. Claressa Shields, the self-proclaimed ‘GWOAT’ in boxing, has found herself entrenched in a controversy with Rolly Romero. The plot? Claressa Shields wants to “whoop a**” and prove once and for all that she can take on a male boxer, like Romero.

Enter Lou DiBella, a prominent figure in the boxing realm, who recently shared his views on the controversial footage of Claressa Shields being knocked down by a male fighter. The arena of mixed-gender matchups has long been a contentious one, with advocates and skeptics passionately defending their perspectives.

Lou DiBella is championing safety

Lou DiBella, akin to everyone else on the internet, shared the now-infamous video of Shields being knocked down. Interestingly, Shields issued a warning, stating that anyone reposting the resurfaced video would not only face a block but also have a defamation suit filed against them. That said, DiBella succinctly articulated his views on the video, emphasizing physiological and gender differences, and raising safety concerns as the reason why female boxers should avoid calling out men. While sharing the video, DiBella commented, “Why genetically male boxers should not be allowed to fight female boxers and why female boxers shouldn’t call out men.”

Ignoring Shields’ warning, DiBella entered the fray, inviting warnings from spectators who mockingly suggested he should anticipate a lawsuit in his mail. Undoubtedly, this controversy involving Claressa Shields, particularly when queries arise about her integrity, remains far from over, and she is not recognized for keeping things on the down low.

Trending

“She’s a Sweetheart”: Jaime Munguia’s Wife Alejandra Steals the Show Ahead of Canelo Alvarez Showdown

May 04, 2024 01:11 PM EDT

Jaime Munguia’s Wholesome Moment With His Wife and Baby Goes Unnoticed Due to Golden Boys’ Embarrassing Mistake, Fan Points Out

May 05, 2024 06:40 AM EDT

“He’s Not Stuck in Dubai”: Floyd Mayweather’s $30,000 Act of Kindness Towards Homeless Men in LA Raises Questions About Gervonta Davis’ Bombshell Claim

May 03, 2024 06:58 AM EDT

Terence Crawford Responds to Kendrick Lamar’s Drake Diss Track With Bold Declaration

May 02, 2024 03:35 PM EDT

Boxing Insider Blows the Lid off Floyd Mayweather’s NBA Game Visit After Fans Discover “Forced” Picture in Dubai

May 03, 2024 08:56 AM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest Boxing stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

The Sparring Controversy

Arturs Ahmetovs released 2018 sparring footage on December 6, showcasing a crisp jab-cross-hook combination that floored Claressa Shields. Responding swiftly on social media, Shields alleged glove tampering by Ahmetovs after she had “embarrassed him earlier that week.”

“I Will Whoop Your A**”: Following Sparring Knockout Controversy, Claressa Shields Blasts Rolly Romero for Jumping In to Gain Attention

Despite facing backlash and reminders from fans about her past claims, Shields stood firm, labeling Ahmetovs and coach Derrick Santos as detrimental to the sport. The discourse continued on her feed, culminating in a statement where Shields threatened legal action against fans and networks asserting she was  KO’d  in the sparring session. “Anybody or network post that sparring video from 5 years ago getting blocked and a defamation of character letter because I did not get KO’d I got knocked down by a b**** boy with no padding in his gloves,” Shields stated.

What do you think about Shield’s response to the footage of her being knocked down being shared publicly? Was it an overreaction or was it justified? Let us know in the comments section below.

Watch This Story: Mike Tyson, Claressa Shields, and Boxing World Reacts to American Tennis Star Coco Gauff Winning Her First Grand Slam at US Open 2023 Finals