Claressa Shields says a future showdown with Mikaela Mayer is possible before she reaches her stated goal of retiring with a perfect record. Speaking about her plans, Shields suggests Mayer could be among the opponents she targets as part of her longer-term boxing ambitions.
The comments frame Mayer as a potential part of Shields’ post-present pathway, positioned around timing and Shields’ personal benchmark for ending her career. Sky News and Sky Sports both report the same core message: Shields is open to the idea of fighting Mayer and is focused on completing what she describes as a final objective of an unblemished record.
While the outlets highlight the potential matchup, they do not provide further detail on negotiations, dates, or confirmation of a bout. The emphasis remains on Shields’ stated willingness to consider Mayer within her broader retirement planning, rather than on any signed agreement or announced fight schedule.
