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Claressa Shields hints at ending her MMA career, focusing on boxing after recent successes and setbacks.

Claressa Shields has cast doubt on her future in MMA, hinting at a potential end to her career after just three fights in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). With a current record of 2-1, Shields expressed concerns about her ability to dedicate sufficient time to training for MMA while also pursuing her boxing ambitions. Her MMA journey began with a comeback victory against Brittney Elkin in 2021, but a split decision loss to Abigail Montes at the PFL World Championship proved to be a significant hurdle. Although she rebounded with a win over Kelsey DeSantis last February, her recent comments suggest a shift back to boxing, where she has found success.

Since her last MMA bout, Shields has continued to excel in boxing, securing two victories, including a knockout against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse and a decision win over Danielle Perkins. However, her boxing career faced a setback when she failed a drug test for marijuana following the Perkins fight.

In other MMA news, Jared Cannonier showcased remarkable resilience at UFC Fight Night, rallying to stop Gregory Rodrigues in the fourth round. After a challenging first round where he was dropped twice, Cannonier`s determination led him to a TKO victory, marking a significant comeback in his career.

For more on Shields` MMA career, visit Claressa Shields MMA career. To read about Cannonier`s fight, check out Jared Cannonier UFC Fight Night.

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