Top Rank promoter Bob Arum has announced that Shakur Stevenson is slated to fight for the WBC lightweight title in November. While the potential opponent remains under speculation, #4 WBC Frank Martin, with his recent win over Artem Harutyunyan, is among the frontrunners.
However, if Martin sidesteps the opportunity, the search will extend to the WBC’s top 15 contenders. Yet, challenges arise as many elite contenders might decline the faceoff against Stevenson. Names in the mix include Frank Martin, William Zepeda, Jamaine Ortiz, and George Kambosos, among others.
External factors also weigh on potential matchups. Vasily Lomachenko, originally eyed by Stevenson, is opting out of matches for the year due to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Meanwhile, the likelihood of Stevenson facing Gervonta Davis seems slim, with Arum hinting at Davis's cautious approach.
As Stevenson potentially sets his sights on the WBC lightweight title, his future trajectory remains a topic of intrigue. Possibilities suggest a move to the 140-lb category, presenting prospects of bouts against renowned fighters, ensuring electrifying matchups in the coming months.
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