SHAKUR STEVENSON SIGNS WITH ZUFFA BOXING

Shakur Stevenson has signed a multi-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing, the promotion confirmed on Thursday. Stevenson is a four-division world champion. The signing marks what Zuffa Boxing described as a landmark agreement for the promotional company.

Zuffa Boxing represents an entry into professional boxing by Zuffa, the sports entertainment company. The deal with Stevenson signals the promotion's ambitions to establish itself as a significant force in the sport. Stevenson's signing adds a high-profile champion to the Zuffa Boxing roster.

The agreement confirms Zuffa Boxing's commitment to securing established title-holders as it builds its boxing operation. Terms of the multi-fight contract were not disclosed. Stevenson's next scheduled bout under the Zuffa Boxing banner has not yet been announced.