The boxing match was broadcast on DAZN, preceded by an intense lead-up marked by a physical altercation between the two teams at the weigh-in. Rumors had circulated about Crews-Dezurn experiencing a slight leg problem during the week, yet no impairment was apparent from her performance at the start of the contest.
Initial rounds showcased a fierce competition. Crews-Dezurn advanced aggressively, aiming for a physical confrontation, initiating exchanges, and attempting to upset Shields’ rhythm. However, by the third and fourth rounds, Shields started establishing dominance through more precise strikes and improved defensive tactics.
As the fight progressed into its middle stages, a clear dynamic emerged. Shields maintained command of the range, effectively utilizing her jab, and connecting with crisper multi-punch sequences. Crews-Dezurn persisted in her advance, but her punch volume decreased, and she found it challenging to connect solidly against Shields’ agile footwork.
Informal scorecards highlighted the significant disparity. A ringside spectator noted a score of nine rounds to one. Another judge scored the entire contest 100-90. The concluding moments lacked any knockdowns or significant suspense. Shields concluded powerfully, landing right hands and strikes to the body, even as her opponent continued to push forward despite appearing exhausted.
This outcome advances Shields’ record to an unblemished 18-0 and marks Crews-Dezurn’s third professional loss. Performing before her local supporters in Detroit, Shields showcased a controlled performance in this second encounter, which, across its ten rounds, turned out to be considerably less contested than the initial build-up had implied.
