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shields vs. Perkins on February 2 – start time and broadcast details

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27/01/2025

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A decisive event will take place on Sunday, February 2, as undisputed champion Claressa Shields returns to her hometown to face the towering Danielle Perkins for the World Heavyweight Championship. It takes place at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, Michigan, and is broadcast live LIVE on DAZN (8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT), “Super Fight Sunday” features three heavyweight fights and a full lineup of top talent from Michigan and beyond.

shields vs. Perkins start times

Main card start times (approximate):

USA/Canada (Eastern Time): 8:00 pm
USA (PT): 5:00 pm
United Kingdom (GMT): 1:00 AM (February 3)
Europe (Central Europe): 2:00 AM (February 3)
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia): 4:00 AM (February 3)

Main Event Tracks (approximate):

USA/Canada (Eastern Time): 11:00 pm
USA (PT): 8:00 pm
United Kingdom (GMT): 4:00 AM (February 3)
Europe (Central Europe): 5:00 AM (February 3)
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia): 7:00 AM (February 3)

Times are subject to change depending on undercard fight periods.

Where to watch “Super Fight Sunday”

Global broadcast: Live streaming on DAZN (accessible via smart TVs, streaming devices, smartphones and tablets)
place: There is a financial center, Flint, Michigan

Tickets Available online or in person at the Dort Financial Center box office. Follow the official channels of Salita Promotions for any last minute ticket changes or ticket updates.

Main Event: Claressa Shields vs. Danielle Perkins

Clarissa “Goat” Shields (14-0, 2 KOs)

Addresses on line: Undisputed heavyweight championship
Hometown: Flint, MI
Style and strengths: Unparalleled hand speed and technical prowess with a relentless attacking mentality.
incentivize: Defending her position as the best female boxer in the sport while fighting on home soil.

Daniel Perkins (4-0, 1KO)

Hometown: Houston, Texas
Style and strengths: Tall and heavy, he uses his jab effectively.
incentivize: Hand Shields marks her first professional defeat and claims an undisputed spot in the heavyweight division.

Featured heavyweight bouts

Brandon Moore (16-1, 10 KOs) vs. Skyler Lacey (8-0-2, 6 KOs) – Vacant USBA heavyweight title
- Moore: Florida-based powerhouse makes its debut at Salita Promotions.
- Lacey: An undefeated Indianapolis team looking to upset Moore and secure the title.
Bryce Taylor (5-0, 3 KOs) vs. Jeryl Nettles (4-10, 1 KO) – Heavy weight
- TAYLOR: The recently signed prospect returned to Flint just six weeks after his last win.
- Nettle: Brave Denver with discomfort on his mind.

Additional battles

Joseph Hicks (11-0, 7 KOs) vs. Keon Papillion (10-0-1, 7 KOs) – Welterweight division

Hicks quote:
“It is a blessing to be performing in Flint again…Salita Promotions has put together an incredibly strong card, and it is an honor to share the stage with GWOAT Claressa Shields.”

Joshua James Pagan (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Ronal Ron (16-7, 13 KOs) – Lightweight Division

Pagan: Top Grand Rapids wins big in Puerto Rico.
Ron: A Venezuelan player with proven knockout power, looking to derail Bagan’s rise.

Leon Lawson III (16-1, 9 KOs) vs. Christopher Thompson (9-2, 6 KOs) – super welterweight division

Lawson: The Flint native returns after an explosive knockout in September.
Thompson: The Kansas City Chiefs fighter who started his career with a nine-fight win streak.

Jaquan McIlroy (2-0, 1 KO) vs. Nathan Mitchell (1-3, 1 KO) – super middleweight division

McElroy: Rising Flint boxer aims for his third professional win.
Mitchell: Underdog Mississippi State is eager to play spoiler.

Highlighting women’s boxing

Caroline Ferry (8-1) vs. Carmen Vargas (5-2-1) – vacant WBA Intercontinental featherweight title

Veyre: A newly signed Canadian Olympian with impressive amateur credentials.
Vargas: A Houston-based competitor looking to grab the belt and make her mark.

Ashlean Lozada (pro debut) vs. Dennis Moran (3-0) – Lightweight division

Lozada: The first-ever female Olympic boxer from Puerto Rico, ready to take her amateur success to the professional ranks.
Moran: Undefeated California determined to keep its winning record intact.

Samantha Worthington (10-0, 7 KO) vs. Vaida Masiukaite (10-26-1, 1 KO) – Super Lightweight Division

WORTHINGTON: California’s undefeated comeback just weeks after a unanimous decision win.
Masiukaite: The powerful Lithuanian veteran presents a tough test in the ring.

Why you should watch “Super Fight Sunday”

The undisputed heavyweight confrontation
Claressa Shields, one of boxing’s most accomplished fighters, faces Danielle Perkins in a unique battle at the top of women’s heavyweight boxing.
Michigan’s best returns
Flint, Grand Rapids and other local talent feature heavily on the undercard, providing hometown pride and competitive matchups.
Heavyweight triceps
Along with Shields and Perkins, fans are treated to two more heavyweight showdowns as Brandon Moore meets Skylar Lacey for the vacant title, and Bryce Taylor continues his quest for a perfect record.
Highlighting the rise of female fighters
Caroline Veyre, Ashleyann Lozada and Samantha Worthington are aiming to enhance their reputations and perhaps provide future title opportunities.