Two years after winning his first world title, Shakur Stevenson is stepping up in weight with the hope of winning a title at super-featherweight. In order to come away with that belt, Stevenson must overcome his toughest opponent yet, Jamel Herring. The current WBO super featherweight titlist enters the ring after earning the biggest win of his career yet against Carl Frampton. With both fighters daring to be great, fans are in for a great night of boxing at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia on October 23. In anticipation of the big fight, boxers, experts and celebrities have offered their Herring-Stevenson predictions.
Experts
- Scott Christ, SB Nation: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Will Esco, SB Nation: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Josh Katzowitz, Forbes: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Brian Campbell, CBS Sports: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Patrick L. Stumberg, SB Nation: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
Boxers
- Christopher Diaz, Featherweight: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Jonathan Oquendo, Junior Lightweight: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Toka Kahn Clary, Junior Lightweight: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
- Raul Marquez, Junior Middleweight: Stevenson def. Herring (Decision)
Bettors
- Tipico Sportsbook: Herring (+600) | Stevenson (-1800)
- Draftkings: Herring (+550) | Stevenson (-800)
- Bet MGM: Herring (+550) | Stevenson (-700)
