Laila Ali Gives Definitive 2-Word Answer To Claressa Shields' Fight Callout
Undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields (17-0, 3 KOs) has repeatedly challenged boxing legend Laila Ali (24-0, 21 KOs), urging her to return to the ring. Despite being 17 years older and retired since 2007, Ali has remained a constant target of Shields’ public callouts.
Over the years, Shields has made bold remarks to draw Ali out of retirement, but tensions escalated in 2025. After Ali mentioned she might consider fighting for a $15–20 million payday, Shields appeared with a $15 million check made out to her. Even that dramatic gesture did not persuade Ali to fight.
Frustrated by Ali’s refusal, Shields has spoken sharply about her on several talk shows and interviews, trying to undermine Ali’s boxing legacy. The back-and-forth reached its peak when Ali decided to address the issue publicly.
On October 16, in a video on her YouTube channel, Ali issued a clear two-word response to Shields’ persistent challenges.
Author’s Summary
Laila Ali firmly dismissed Claressa Shields' ongoing fight callouts, making her stance unmistakably clear after years of provocation.