Four-division world champion Shakur Stevenson signs a deal with Zuffa Boxing, according to multiple reports. Zuffa Boxing’s president Dana White confirms the agreement, which follows weeks of speculation about Stevenson’s next move. Reports describe the deal as multi-fight, with Stevenson joining the early roster of the new boxing promotion led by White and backed by Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) connections.
The outlets agree that Stevenson is an undefeated, widely regarded pound-for-pound contender and that this signing represents a major addition for Zuffa Boxing so far. The BBC, CBS Sports, and Yahoo Sports all cite White’s confirmation of the contract, including that the move brings Stevenson into the promotion’s lineup.
One outlet notes that fan reactions are mixed, with some supporters raising concerns about how the partnership may affect Stevenson’s legacy, even as the signing is presented as the biggest star to join the new venture. Overall, the coverage centers on the contract confirmation, Stevenson’s status as a four-division champion, and the significance of the pairing between Stevenson and the Zuffa Boxing team.
