Shakur Stevenson, a free agent in the boxing world, is contemplating signing with either Matchroom Boxing led by Eddie Hearn or Mayweather Promotions. He turned down a $15 million, five-fight deal from Top Rank as it couldn’t deliver desired matches against Vasily Lomachenko and Gervonta Davis.
Stevenson feels that Top Rank attempted to damage his reputation by showcasing fans leaving early during his bout with Artem Harutyunyan. Eddie Hearn is keen on adding the WBC lightweight champion to his roster to boost their presence in the United States.
Though not as widely recognized as Anthony Joshua or Jaron Ennis, Stevenson could bring value on a short-term agreement for one or two fights, provided he lands lucrative bouts against top-tier rivals like Davis and Lomachenko.
Stevenson appreciates support from Floyd Mayweather Jr. and acknowledges Hearn as a top promoter, indicating a leaning towards signing with one of them. Potential adversaries if he signs with Matchroom might include Andy Cruz, Jack Catterall, and Subriel Matias.
Ultimately, Stevenson’s choice between Matchroom and Mayweather Promotions will center around securing high-profile fights and chances to enhance his standing in the boxing realm.
