Prediction For The Claressa Shields Vs Franchon Crews Fight Dezurn

Prediction for the fight Claressa Shields vs Franchon Crews Dezurn – February 23, 2026

Claressa Shields wins on points – Recommended bet: Shields wins on points

Claressa Shields

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Franchon Crews Dezurn

The undefeated and absolute world heavyweight champion, Claressa Shields, will defend her IBF, WBC, WBO and WBF titles against Franchon Crews Dezurn on February 23. The fight will take place in Detroit, at the Little Caesars Arena, and will last ten rounds. This confrontation is more than just a fight; It is a revenge with history, character and internal tension. Will the “T-Rex” be able to demonstrate its superiority once again? Let's analyze the details and forecasts in this regard.

Team Analysis: Claressa Shields

Claressa Shields, originally from the USA, comes into this fight in impressive form. This will be his second meeting with Franchon Crews, having won the first in 2016 by unanimous decision. Since then, Shields has evolved as a boxer, becoming an almost monumental figure in the boxing world. In July 2025, she defeated Lani Daniels on points, and in 2024, she defeated Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in the second round, thus winning several major titles.

Recent performance

Victory over Lani Daniels (Points)
Victory over Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse (KO in the 2nd round)
Victory over Danielle Perkins (Points, knockdown in the 10th round)

Statistics

Statistics	Claressa Shields
Record	17-0 (3 KO)
Knockout victories	17.6%
Completed rounds	143
Height	175cm
Wingspan	172cm

Team Analysis: Franchon Crews Dezurn

On the other hand, Franchon Crews Dezurn, also an American, has had an interesting path in his career. He last entered the ring in June 2025, where he managed to retain his super middleweight belt after beating Citlally Ortiz by majority decision. In December 2023, she was crowned champion by defeating Shadasia Green. His record is 10-2, with 20% of wins coming by knockout.

Recent performance

Victory over Citlally Ortiz (Majority Decision)
Victory over Shadasia Green (Total Confidence)

Statistics

Statistics	Franchon Crews Dezurn
Record	10-2 (2 KO)
Knockout victories	20%
Completed rounds	98
Height	173cm
Wingspan	180cm

Comparison of both boxers

Claressa Shields is eight years younger than Franchon, which can influence speed and reaction.
Although Franchon has a longer arm span, Shields has better experience in high-level fights.
Both boxers have a different fighting style: Shields usually dominates with control and discipline, while Dezurn can force more aggressive situations.

Team rating

Aspect	Claressa Shields	Franchon Crews Dezurn
Shape	9/10	7/10
Stroke	8/10	7/10
Defense	9/10	6/10
Motivation	10/10	8/10

Forecast and Betting

Our main bet is that Claressa Shields will win on points, at odds of 1.23. Shields' experience in high-level fights puts her at a clear advantage. Although Franchon Crews could force an intense fight, Shields will likely control the pace, taking advantage of his freshness and speed, especially during the early rounds.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ):

1. How is the forecast made?

The forecast is based on a detailed analysis of the performance statistics of both boxers, including their last fights, punching ratios, and other relevant factors.

2. What data do you use for your analyses?

We use data from recognized sports platforms that offer real-time statistics, such as Flashscore and Sofascore.

3. Why do you make this prediction?

This prediction is based on the accumulated experience of observing previous fights and understanding how boxers behave under different pressures and fighting styles.