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Shakur Stevenson Issues Challenge to Rising Star "Kid Austin" for World Title Bout
In a bold move to secure more significant fights, Shakur Stevenson, the WBC world lightweight titleholder, has offered a title shot to emerging talent Floyd 'Kid Austin' Schofield. Stevenson, frustrated with the lack of marquee opponents, expressed his willingness to face Schofield under one condition.
Schofield, at just 21 years old, has expressed his desire to challenge Stevenson for the WBC world lightweight title. In response to this interest, Stevenson proposed a bout between Schofield and another rising prospect, Abdullah Mason, on his next undercard. The condition set by Stevenson is clear – if Kid Austin can surpass Mason, then Stevenson is willing to grant him the opportunity to fight for the coveted belt.
The online exchange between Stevenson and Kid Austin's father on social media added fuel to the fire. Kid Austin's father challenged Stevenson, claiming they fight more frequently and boldly asserting that his son would defeat Stevenson. In response, Stevenson questioned their decision to wait for a fight with Zepeda instead of facing Abdullah Mason and eventually Stevenson himself.
Despite the back-and-forth banter, Stevenson remains open to the challenge and is willing to give Kid Austin a shot at the title after a two-year wait for a Zepeda fight, emphasizing the opportunity he's extending even if they are perceived as hesitant.
As the boxing world eagerly awaits developments, it remains to be seen whether Kid Austin will accept the challenge and work towards securing the highly sought-after fight against Shakur Stevenson.
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