Shields Vs. Perkins on February 2 – Start time and streaming details

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A Make-or-Break event lands on Sunday, February 2 when undisputed champion Claressa Shields returns to her hometown to face the towering Danielle Perkins for the World Heavyweight Championship. Super venue at the Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI, and streamed live on Dazn (8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT), “Super Fight Sunday” features a trio of heavyweight bouts and a full lineup of top talent from Michigan and beyond.

Shields Vs. Perkins start times

Motherboard start times (approximate):

USA/Canada (ET): 8 p.m
United States (PT): 17:00
UK (GMT): 1:00 (February 3)
Europe (CET): 02:00 (February 3)
Saudi Arabia (KSA): 04:00 (February 3)

Main event ring walks (approximate):

USA/Canada (ET): 23:00
United States (PT): 8 p.m
UK (GMT): 04:00 (February 3)
Europe (CET): 05:00 (February 3)
Saudi Arabia (KSA): 07:00 (February 3)

Times subject to change depending on the duration of the undercard match.

Where to watch “Super Fight Sunday”

Global Broadcast: Live on Dazn (available via smart TVs, streaming devices, smartphones and tablets)
Location: Dort Financial Center, Flint, Michigan

Tickets are available online or in person at the Dort Financial Center Box Office. Follow Salita Promotions’ official channels for any last minute changes or ticket updates.

Main Event: Claressa Shields Vs. Danielle Perkins

Claressa “Gwoat” Shields (14-0, 2 KOs)

Titles on the line: Undisputed Heavyweight Championship
Hometown: Flint, MI
Style & strengths: Unmatched hand speed and technical prowess with a relentless offensive mindset.
Motivation: Defend her position as the top female boxer in the sport as she fights on home soil.

Danielle Perkins (4-0, 1 KO)

Hometown: Houston, TX
Style & strengths: Tall, rangy heavyweight who uses his jab effectively.
Motivation: Hand Shields her first professional defeat and claims undisputed status in the heavyweight division.

Featured heavyweight bouts

Brandon Moore (16-1, 10 Kos) vs. Skylar Lacy (8-0-2, 6 Kos) – USBA vacant heavyweight title
- Moore: Florida-based powerhouse debuting in Salita promotions.
- Lacy: Unheralded Indianapolis prospect looking to upset Moore and secure a title.
Pryce Taylor (5-0, 3 KOs) vs. Jerrell Nettles (4-10, 1 KO) – Heavy weight
- Taylor: Recently signed prospect returned to Flint just six weeks after his last win.
- Nettles: Denver Brawler with upset over his mind.

Additional matches

Joseph Hicks (11-0, 7 Kos) vs. Keon Papillion (10-0-1, 7 KOs)-Welterweight Division

Hicks quote:
“It’s a blessing to perform in Flint again … Salita Promotions has put together an incredibly strong card and it’s an honor to share the stage with Gwoat Claressa Shields.”

Joshua James Pagan (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Ronal Ron (16-7, 13 KOs) – Lightweight Division

Pagan: Grand Rapids standout coming off big win in Puerto Rico.
Ron: Venezuelan Puncher with proven knockout power trying to derail Pagan’s Rise.

Leon Lawson III (16-1, 9 KOs) vs. Christopher Thompson (9-2, 6 KOs)-Super Welterweight Division

Lawson: Flint Native who bounced back from an explosive KO in September.
Thompson: Kansas City Fighter who started his career with nine straight wins.

Jaquan McElroy (2-0, 1 KO) vs. Nathan Mitchell (1-3, 1 KO)-Super Middleweight Division

McElroy: Rising Flint Boxer aiming for his third pro win.
Mitchell: Mississippi underdog eager to play spoiler.

Spotlight on women’s boxing

Caroline Veyre (8-1) vs Carmen Vargas (5-2-1) – Vacant WBA Intercontinental Featherweight Title

Veyre: Newly signed Canadian Olympian with impressive amateur credentials.
Vargas: Houston-based Challenger looking to grab a belt and put her on the line.

Ashleyann Lozada (Pro Debut) vs. Denise Moran (3-0)-Lightweight division

Lozada: The first ever female Olympic boxer from Puerto Rico, ready to transfer her amateur success to the pro ranks.
Moran: Unbeaten Californian determined to keep his winning record intact.

Samantha Worthington (10-0, 7 Kos) vs. Vaida Masiokaite (10-26-1, 1 KO)-Super Lightweight Division

Worthington: Undefeated Californian returns just weeks after a unanimous decision.
Masiokaite: Rugged Lithuanian veteran who delivers a stiff test in the ring.

Why You Should Watch “Super Fight Sunday”

Undisputed heavyweight showdown
Claressa Shields, one of Boxing’s most accomplished fighters, takes on Danielle Perkins in a unique battle at the pinnacle of women’s heavyweight boxing.
Return of Michigan’s finest
Flint, Grand Rapids and other local talent are strong on the undercard, offering hometown pride and competitive matchups.
Heavyweight triple headers
Alongside Shields and Perkins, fans are treated to two more heavy-hitting clashes as Brandon Moore meets Skylar Lacy for a vacant title and Pryce Taylor continues his quest for a perfect record.
Spotlight on Rising Women’s Warriors
Caroline Veyre, Ashleyann Lozada and Samantha Worthington are each aiming to bolster their reputations and potentially secure future title opportunities.