Shakur Stevenson Defeats Artem Harutyunyan

Unanimous Decision Victory in WBC Lightweight Title Bout

NEWARK, N.J. (July 6, 2023) - Shakur Stevenson put on a masterful performance Saturday night, dominating Artem Harutyunyan over 12 rounds to retain his WBC lightweight title via unanimous decision. The victory marked the final fight of Stevenson's current contract and sets the stage for a potential showdown with Gervonta "Tank" Davis.

Stevenson's Dominance

Stevenson (19-0, 9 KOs) controlled the fight from start to finish, using his superior speed and footwork to outbox the overmatched Harutyunyan (15-1-1, 9 KOs). The American landed clean punches at will, outlanding Harutyunyan by a significant margin. Stevenson's defense was also on point, as he avoided most of Harutyunyan's power shots.

A Dominant Performance

The judges' scorecards reflected Stevenson's dominance, with all three giving him the fight by wide margins. The scores were 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109, all in favor of Stevenson. The victory extends Stevenson's undefeated record and further solidifies his status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world.

What's Next for Stevenson?

With his current contract set to expire, Stevenson's next move is uncertain. However, a highly anticipated showdown with Gervonta "Tank" Davis could be on the horizon. Davis, the WBA lightweight champion, has expressed his desire to fight Stevenson, and the two have exchanged verbal barbs in recent months.

Whether or not Stevenson faces Davis next, he has proven that he is a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. His dominant performance against Harutyunyan was a testament to his skill and determination, and he will undoubtedly remain a contender for years to come.