The undercard for the upcoming “BIG TIME BOXING USA: SHIELDS VS. JOANISSE” event on Saturday, July 27, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit has been announced. Several local and national prospects will be competing in competitive fights.
Presented by Salita Promotions and 313 Presents, the event will be broadcast live on DAZN. The card features Claressa “GWOAT” Shields’ challenge for the WBC Women’s Heavyweight World Championship against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse, as well as other exciting matchups.
Headlining the untelevised portion of the night will be a super lightweight battle between Ernesto “Tito” Mercado and Hector Edgardo “Pajarito” Sarmiento.
Mercado, a rising star from Pomona, California, is eager to showcase his skills and move closer to a world-title shot. He is recognized for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power.
Also on the undercard, Samantha Worthington will defend her undefeated record in a super-lightweight test against Edina Kiss, and Husam “Lion Heart” Al Mashhadi will face Bruno Leonardo Romay in a super welterweight battle.
Other exciting matchups include Cameran “The Problem” Pankey vs. Shaileik Paisley in a featherweight showdown, Danielle Perkins vs. Christianne Fahey in a heavyweight fight, and Gordie Russ II vs. Josiah Shackleford in a super welterweight scrap.
Event promoter Dmitriy Salita expressed excitement for the stacked undercard and the opportunity for these talented fighters to showcase their skills. The event promises to deliver thrilling fights for boxing fans.