Artem Harutyunyan

Joe Cordina rounds on critics of ‘artful’ Shakur Stevenson

Joe Cordina has described as “mad” the criticism aimed at Shakur Stevenson in the aftermath of his victory over Artem Harutyunyan

Why now is the right time for Shakur Stevenson to fight William Zepeda

In Monday’s episode of ProBox TV’s “Deep Waters,” analyst Chris Algieri said the current situations of each fighter leaves them looking for a dance partner, peering squarely at the other. Three-division and WBC lightweight champion Stevenson (22-0) just disposed of challenger Artem Harutyunyan in New Jersey to complete his contract with promoter Top Rank, which signed him out of the 2016 Olympics.

Shakur Stevenson turns down 5-fight, $15M Top Rank deal: ‘Arum’s saving son Lomachenko from ass whooping’

Shakur Stevenson bested Artem Harutyunyan as expected on Saturday night, successfully defending his WBC lightweight crown for the first time.

Shakur Stevenson, for better or worse, now controls his own destiny

The mission for Shakur Stevenson on Saturday was clear: win, do so convincingly and, for the love of all that’s holy, look good doing it.

Compubox Punch Stats: Shakur Stevenson-Artem Harutyunyan

Shakur cruises to a one-sided win over Artem, who landed single digits in 11 of 12 rounds. Shakur landed 44% of his power shots and hurt Artem several times with body shots (66 landed) but couldn't get the much-needed KO.

Shakur Stevenson retains title with breezy win over Artem Harutyunyan

Shakur Stevenson defended his lightweight title via a technically proficient but underwhelming performance against Artem Hartunyan in a unanimous decision win Saturday at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Shakur Stevenson can assert himself into ‘Tank’ talks by shining tonight

Even though negotiations between representatives for Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Vasiliy Lomachenko are in progress, Shakur Stevenson has an opportunity to interrupt the conversation.

Shakur Stevenson vs. Artem Harutyunyan: Big-fight preview

If ever there was a time to deliver a statement performance for Shakur Stevenson, now is as good as any. The hot lightweight commodity could be going into free agency as a bright, in-form star, or someone who aesthetically flatters to deceive – while still being wholly brilliant – depending on what happens in front of around 10,000 of his hometown fans at Newark’s Prudential Center against Artem Harutyunyan.

Photo Gallery: Shakur Stevenson-Artem Harutyunyan weigh-in

Shakur Stevenson and Arten Harutyunyan make weight in Newark

Shakur Stevenson and Artem Harutyunyan weighed-in without incident ahed of their WBC lightweight title fight in Newark tomorrow.