Eddie Hearn Optimistic about Shakur Stevenson-Floyd Schofield Bout Potential
Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn is keeping fans on the edge of their seats with the possibility of Floyd Schofield stepping into the ring against Shakur Stevenson. Despite the uncertainty, Hearn isn't ruling out the matchup just yet.
Schofield, the 22-year-old fighter hailing from Jersey City, New Jersey, has been relentless in his pursuit of a showdown with Stevenson, the 27-year-old lightweight titleholder from Newark, New Jersey. After Stevenson's original opponent, William Zepeda, had to withdraw due to injury, Schofield seized the opportunity to challenge the boxing sensation.
Hearn, Stevenson's promoter, acknowledges the buzz surrounding a potential face-off between the two fighters. He mentions, "For me, Schofield has been calling out for a while now. He's a very talented young fighter. [Stevenson] is a big step up. But at some point, you take a big step up, especially if there's a financial reward."
Stevenson, boasting an impressive record of 22-0 with 10 knockouts, has been on the lookout for a new opponent following the series of setbacks in scheduling fights. With Schofield, undefeated in 18 fights with 12 knockouts, eager to make a name for himself in the boxing world, the potential bout promises to be a thrilling encounter for both fighters.
Hearn remains cautiously optimistic about the match materializing, stating, "So, I don't know if that fight will get made, but we have been talking to Golden Boy about numbers around that fight - and there is a chance. But we won't know for the next probably 24, 48 hours."
The anticipation for this clash of talents is palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting confirmation of whether Schofield will be the one to test Stevenson in the ring. Stay tuned as the boxing world holds its breath for the final decision on this exciting matchup.
