“You tried to sign me, I denied”: Claressa Shields fires back after MVP ban after altercation with Alycia Baumgardner, reveals turning down work opportunities

Former undisputed champion Claressa Shields has reacted strongly after being banned from attending events promoted by Most Valuable Promotions. The decision came after Shields appeared to slap fellow boxer Alycia Baumgardner during a heated confrontation at the MMA event headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano in California. Videos of the incident quickly spread across social media and sparked debate among fans and fighters.

Shields did not stay silent after the punishment. The boxing star claimed the ban meant nothing to her because she had already turned down opportunities to work with MVP in the past. She also accused the promotion of disrespecting her achievements in women’s boxing and trying to damage her reputation. The incident has once again highlighted the ongoing tensions between Shields and several fighters connected with MVP, including Baumgardner and Amanda Serrano.

Claressa Shields and Alycia Baumgardner continue war of words after viral incident

According to videos shared online, the confrontation between Claressa Shields and Alycia Baumgardner became intense during Saturday’s event in Inglewood. During the exchange, Shields appeared to slap Baumgardner after both fighters argued face-to-face. Reports claimed Baumgardner challenged Shields during the heated moment, which allegedly pushed the Olympic gold medalist to react physically.

After the incident, Shields posted several messages online defending herself. She stated that MVP had no real power over her career because she could compete anywhere in the world. Shields also accused the promotion of repeatedly disrespecting her accomplishments and promoting other fighters as the face of women’s boxing. She suggested that MVP had ignored her success while trying to build up its own stars.

The rivalry between Shields and Baumgardner has existed for months. Baumgardner previously called for a fight against Shields, comments that Shields believed crossed the line. Shields has also openly disagreed with MVP’s promotion of Serrano as the “real GWOAT”, a title Shields strongly believes belongs only to her.

Meanwhile, Baumgardner shared her own statement online after the altercation. She denied provoking Shields and claimed the slap was completely unnecessary. Baumgardner also criticized Shields’ past behavior, saying there had been several incidents where the boxer showed hostility toward fellow female fighters. She added that such actions should not be accepted in professional sports.

The situation has divided boxing fans online. Some believe Shields reacted emotionally after being threatened. While others argue physical violence should never be justified during verbal arguments.




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