The big names were at the fight in NY at the weekend and Saquon Barkley and Karl-Anthony Towns got into their support verbally here.
Stevenson ultimately beat Teofimo Lopez by UD on points in a classy shut out win at the weekend.
He moves on to big things and had a lot of local support in NYC and in the US at the weekend — clearly here:
The above is good for boxing to continue to have new big names at these fights.
Here’s why:
Having high-profile athletes like Saquon Barkley and Karl-Anthony Towns ringside at big boxing fights is great for the sport because:
- Draws new fans — Their huge NFL/NBA followings discover boxing through viral clips and hype.
- Boosts visibility — Social media buzz and mainstream media coverage increase exposure.
- Adds credibility — Top athletes showing excitement validates boxing’s elite level.
- Creates excitement — Genuine reactions make events feel bigger and more electric.
- Grows the audience — Cross-sport appeal helps boxing compete with UFC/other entertainment.
Stevenson moved up the P4P boxing rankings again for us — well done on the win.
