Claressa Shields signs $8 million promotional deal, plans to return in 2026

Claressa Shields Signs $8 Million Promotional Deal

Claressa Shields, the Flint native and two-time Olympic gold medalist, has signed a multi-fight promotional contract worth at least $8 million, potentially the richest guaranteed deal in women's boxing.

Contract Details and Future Plans

The exact number of fights included in the deal is undisclosed. Shields has expressed her intention to return to the ring early in 2026. This agreement involves her longtime promoter, Salita Promotions, and Wynn Records, a major music promoter.

“This deal represents more than just a contract, it’s a statement,” Shields said. “I’ve fought my entire career to prove that women’s boxing deserves equal respect, equal pay, and equal opportunity. Partnering with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records gives me the platform to keep breaking barriers inside and outside the ring. Together, we’re building something that’s never been done before.”

Recent Fight and Career Highlights

At 30 years old, Shields last competed in July against New Zealand’s Lani Daniels at Detroit's Little Caesars Arena, attracting over 15,000 fans. She won by unanimous decision, extending her undefeated professional record to 17-0 and maintaining her five championship belts.

Shields is widely regarded as the greatest female boxer of all time, excelling as a two-time Olympic gold medalist and a five-division professional champion.

Author’s Summary

Claressa Shields's landmark $8 million contract marks a pivotal advance in women's boxing, emphasizing equality and breaking new ground both inside and outside the ring.

The Detroit News — 2025-11-06