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Shakur Stevenson Wins WBC Lightweight Championship Amid Criticism

Despite the victory, Stevenson's defensive strategy and lack of action in the fight lead to boos from the crowd and criticism from fellow boxers.

  • Shakur Stevenson won the WBC lightweight championship via unanimous decision over Edwin De Los Santos, marking his third title in a different weight class.
  • The fight was marked by a lack of action, with neither fighter landing double-digit punches in any of the 12 rounds, leading to boos from the crowd.
  • De Los Santos made history by landing the fewest punches in a 12-round fight in CompuBox's 38-year history.
  • Despite his victory, Stevenson admitted to a poor performance, stating he 'didn't feel good' before the fight.
  • Stevenson's defensive strategy and reliance on jabs led to criticism from fans and fellow boxers, potentially impacting his future match-ups.
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