Shields Wins Via 6th-Round TKO

Claressa Shields has won the WBA and WBC middleweight titles by defeating Kaye Scott via sixth-round TKO. The fight took place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, August 15, with the main card starting at 8 p.m. ET and the main event expected around 11:30 p.m. ET.

Shields, with a record of 18 wins and 0 losses, including 3 knockouts, was challenging Scott for the titles. Scott, 42 years old, had a record of 5 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, with 0 knockouts.

The fight was available to stream on DAZN, with the main card starting at 8 p.m. ET. Shields, a five-division world champion, has held undisputed titles in three weight classes and returned to middleweight after becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion in February 2025.

## What's at stake The victory marks a significant win for Shields, who has not competed at 160 pounds since becoming the undisputed middleweight champion in October 2022. Scott, on the other hand, was making the first defense of her unified championship against the decorated American.

## Background Shields is considered one of the best pound-for-pound boxers, with a record that speaks for itself. Scott, although relatively new to the pro circuit, has already seen success in the middleweight division, previously holding two world titles. The fight was highly anticipated, with Shields being a heavy favorite.

The full fight card included other notable matches, with the prelims starting at 4 p.m. ET and available to watch on Zeus. The main card, starting at 8:30 p.m. ET on DAZN, featured Shields vs. Scott as the main event.

## Why it matters The win is a significant milestone for Shields, who continues to dominate the boxing world. The fight also marks a notable moment for women's boxing, with two talented athletes competing at the highest level. As Shields continues to break barriers and push the boundaries of what's possible in the sport, her victory serves as an inspiration to fans and aspiring boxers alike.