“What Did I Get Myself Into?” Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly HolmClaressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters…

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

Claressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters against Holly Holm, a former UFC champion. ‘GWOAT’ Shields recently opened up about an intense training experience with one of the most accomplished figures in combat sports, Holly Holm.

Claressa Shields Training with Holly Holm

Known for her legendary career in both boxing and MMA, Holm put Shields to the test in a brutal training session that left the undefeated champion questioning what she had gotten herself into.

In a recent interview, Shields recalled a moment during her MMA training camp, where she found herself face-to-face with the seasoned veteran, Holly Holm. “I’m in a training camp, getting ready for the fight, right? And they got me there with Holly Holm, and they’re like, first of all, Holly is an OG. She’s an OG. Holly Holm and Jonny Bones—Holly Holm is an OG,” Shields began, highlighting Holm’s experience and status in the fighting world.

The session was designed as a “big boxing day,” but with a twist. Both fighters wore large gloves, allowing for punches while still incorporating takedowns. However, not all fighters were willing to stand and trade blows. “Some people are like, ‘Look, I’m not good at standing up, so I’m gonna take you down,’” Shields explained.

As Claressa Shields threw punches at Holly Holm, she was taken aback when the MMA veteran retaliated with a kick that caused a minor injury. “I’m talking about, I’m giving Holly the hands—the big rights, boom boom boom. I’m—man, she threw a kick. Man, her toenail cut my nose and nicked me. I said, ‘Oh, [expletive], it’s real!’”

The situation escalated quickly as Holly Holm took Claressa Shields to the ground, forcing the boxing champion into a position she was unfamiliar with. Shields admitted, “Then I get mad, I start charging her, hitting her—hitting her—boom, boom. She took me down to the ground, and I couldn’t get up. I couldn’t get up. The way she was putting her head inside my chin and my neck, the way she was putting her elbow on me—I’m like, ‘What the hell am I supposed to do down here?’”

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With her training team urging her to work on the techniques she had been taught, Claressa Shields found herself struggling to escape. “Man, I said, ‘This is for real.’ I said, ‘What did I get myself into?’”

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Shields’ journey into MMA has been marked by impressive achievements. She made a successful debut in 2021 with the PFL and won her first fight by TKO in the third round. In boxing, Shields holds an undefeated record of and she made history as the first boxer to hold undisputed titles in multiple weight classes simultaneously in the four-belt era.

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Holly Holm is a former world champion boxer and UFC icon has also made her mark in both sports. Holm retired from boxing with an impressive record and transitioned to MMA, where she famously defeated Ronda Rousey to become the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in 2015. Additionally, she holds a spot in the Boxing Hall of Fame.

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Claressa Shields will next look to defend her title against Danielle Perkins on February 2, and will likely compete in MMA later this year as well. Holly Holm is still an active fighter and a staple of the UFC.

“What Did I Get Myself Into?” Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly HolmClaressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters…

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

Claressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters against Holly Holm, a former UFC champion. ‘GWOAT’ Shields recently opened up about an intense training experience with one of the most accomplished figures in combat sports, Holly Holm.

Claressa Shields Training with Holly Holm

Known for her legendary career in both boxing and MMA, Holm put Shields to the test in a brutal training session that left the undefeated champion questioning what she had gotten herself into.

In a recent interview, Shields recalled a moment during her MMA training camp, where she found herself face-to-face with the seasoned veteran, Holly Holm. “I’m in a training camp, getting ready for the fight, right? And they got me there with Holly Holm, and they’re like, first of all, Holly is an OG. She’s an OG. Holly Holm and Jonny Bones—Holly Holm is an OG,” Shields began, highlighting Holm’s experience and status in the fighting world.

The session was designed as a “big boxing day,” but with a twist. Both fighters wore large gloves, allowing for punches while still incorporating takedowns. However, not all fighters were willing to stand and trade blows. “Some people are like, ‘Look, I’m not good at standing up, so I’m gonna take you down,’” Shields explained.

As Claressa Shields threw punches at Holly Holm, she was taken aback when the MMA veteran retaliated with a kick that caused a minor injury. “I’m talking about, I’m giving Holly the hands—the big rights, boom boom boom. I’m—man, she threw a kick. Man, her toenail cut my nose and nicked me. I said, ‘Oh, [expletive], it’s real!’”

The situation escalated quickly as Holly Holm took Claressa Shields to the ground, forcing the boxing champion into a position she was unfamiliar with. Shields admitted, “Then I get mad, I start charging her, hitting her—hitting her—boom, boom. She took me down to the ground, and I couldn’t get up. I couldn’t get up. The way she was putting her head inside my chin and my neck, the way she was putting her elbow on me—I’m like, ‘What the hell am I supposed to do down here?’”

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With her training team urging her to work on the techniques she had been taught, Claressa Shields found herself struggling to escape. “Man, I said, ‘This is for real.’ I said, ‘What did I get myself into?’”

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Shields’ journey into MMA has been marked by impressive achievements. She made a successful debut in 2021 with the PFL and won her first fight by TKO in the third round. In boxing, Shields holds an undefeated record of and she made history as the first boxer to hold undisputed titles in multiple weight classes simultaneously in the four-belt era.

holly holm

Holly Holm is a former world champion boxer and UFC icon has also made her mark in both sports. Holm retired from boxing with an impressive record and transitioned to MMA, where she famously defeated Ronda Rousey to become the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in 2015. Additionally, she holds a spot in the Boxing Hall of Fame.

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Claressa Shields will next look to defend her title against Danielle Perkins on February 2, and will likely compete in MMA later this year as well. Holly Holm is still an active fighter and a staple of the UFC.

“What Did I Get Myself Into?” Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly HolmClaressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters…

"What Did I Get Myself Into?" Claressa Shields Opens Up About Brutal Training with Holly Holm

Claressa Shields is a force in boxing and a rising star in MMA but found herself in deep waters against Holly Holm, a former UFC champion. ‘GWOAT’ Shields recently opened up about an intense training experience with one of the most accomplished figures in combat sports, Holly Holm.

Claressa Shields Training with Holly Holm

Known for her legendary career in both boxing and MMA, Holm put Shields to the test in a brutal training session that left the undefeated champion questioning what she had gotten herself into.

In a recent interview, Shields recalled a moment during her MMA training camp, where she found herself face-to-face with the seasoned veteran, Holly Holm. “I’m in a training camp, getting ready for the fight, right? And they got me there with Holly Holm, and they’re like, first of all, Holly is an OG. She’s an OG. Holly Holm and Jonny Bones—Holly Holm is an OG,” Shields began, highlighting Holm’s experience and status in the fighting world.

The session was designed as a “big boxing day,” but with a twist. Both fighters wore large gloves, allowing for punches while still incorporating takedowns. However, not all fighters were willing to stand and trade blows. “Some people are like, ‘Look, I’m not good at standing up, so I’m gonna take you down,’” Shields explained.

As Claressa Shields threw punches at Holly Holm, she was taken aback when the MMA veteran retaliated with a kick that caused a minor injury. “I’m talking about, I’m giving Holly the hands—the big rights, boom boom boom. I’m—man, she threw a kick. Man, her toenail cut my nose and nicked me. I said, ‘Oh, [expletive], it’s real!’”

The situation escalated quickly as Holly Holm took Claressa Shields to the ground, forcing the boxing champion into a position she was unfamiliar with. Shields admitted, “Then I get mad, I start charging her, hitting her—hitting her—boom, boom. She took me down to the ground, and I couldn’t get up. I couldn’t get up. The way she was putting her head inside my chin and my neck, the way she was putting her elbow on me—I’m like, ‘What the hell am I supposed to do down here?’”

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With her training team urging her to work on the techniques she had been taught, Claressa Shields found herself struggling to escape. “Man, I said, ‘This is for real.’ I said, ‘What did I get myself into?’”

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Shields’ journey into MMA has been marked by impressive achievements. She made a successful debut in 2021 with the PFL and won her first fight by TKO in the third round. In boxing, Shields holds an undefeated record of and she made history as the first boxer to hold undisputed titles in multiple weight classes simultaneously in the four-belt era.

holly holm

Holly Holm is a former world champion boxer and UFC icon has also made her mark in both sports. Holm retired from boxing with an impressive record and transitioned to MMA, where she famously defeated Ronda Rousey to become the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion in 2015. Additionally, she holds a spot in the Boxing Hall of Fame.

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Claressa Shields will next look to defend her title against Danielle Perkins on February 2, and will likely compete in MMA later this year as well. Holly Holm is still an active fighter and a staple of the UFC.

Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant – When The Model Dropped The UFC Veteran

Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant - When The Model Dropped The UFC VeteranElle Brooke and Paige VanZant are both well-known names in the worlds of modeling and combat sports, though they…

Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant - When The Model Dropped The UFC Veteran

Elle Brooke and Paige VanZant are both well-known names in the worlds of modeling and combat sports, though they arrived at these arenas by very different paths. One was a fighter-turned model, the other model-turned-fighter. This is how we got to Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant.

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Elle Brooke

Elle Brooke is primarily recognized for her work as a model and made her entrance into boxing in 2022. Since then, she’s built a notable boxing career with 2 knockouts. Her growing popularity on social media has made her a strong force in the influencer boxing scene, reportedly earning up to £60,000 a month from her online content.

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Paige Vanzant

Paige VanZant, meanwhile, made her name as a UFC fighter, competing from 2014 to 2020. Post-UFC, VanZant transitioned to bare-knuckle boxing and professional wrestling, all while continuing to pursue modeling and television appearances, including a notable run on “Dancing with the Stars.”

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Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant

Finally, we get to Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant. The two fighters faced off in a highly anticipated bout at MF & DAZN: X Series 15 in Houston. The fight, for the Misfits Boxing women’s middleweight championship, was a display of both fighters’ grit. Brooke, the defending champion, scored an early knockdown in the first round. However, VanZant fought back, making it a close contest. The judges’ scorecards ended with a split draw: 48-46 for Brooke, 46-48 for VanZant, and 47-47, meaning Brooke retained her title.

The Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant fight was described as an “absolute war,” highlighting both women’s determination and combat skills. For VanZant, this marked her boxing debut, adding another dimension to her combat sports career. For Brooke, it was a defining moment as she continues to solidify her place in the world of boxing.

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What’s next for both Paige VanZant and Elle Brooke remains unknown. Brooke will likely be defending in the future but no opponent has yet been named. VanZant has signed with the GFL, a new MMA promotion. Some have even claimed that perhaps a Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant rematch is in order.

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Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant – When The Model Dropped The UFC Veteran

Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant - When The Model Dropped The UFC VeteranElle Brooke and Paige VanZant are both well-known names in the worlds of modeling and combat sports, though they…

Elle Brooke Vs. Paige VanZant - When The Model Dropped The UFC Veteran

Elle Brooke and Paige VanZant are both well-known names in the worlds of modeling and combat sports, though they arrived at these arenas by very different paths. One was a fighter-turned model, the other model-turned-fighter. This is how we got to Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant.

elle brooke paige vanzant

Elle Brooke

Elle Brooke is primarily recognized for her work as a model and made her entrance into boxing in 2022. Since then, she’s built a notable boxing career with 2 knockouts. Her growing popularity on social media has made her a strong force in the influencer boxing scene, reportedly earning up to £60,000 a month from her online content.

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Paige Vanzant

Paige VanZant, meanwhile, made her name as a UFC fighter, competing from 2014 to 2020. Post-UFC, VanZant transitioned to bare-knuckle boxing and professional wrestling, all while continuing to pursue modeling and television appearances, including a notable run on “Dancing with the Stars.”

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Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant

Finally, we get to Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant. The two fighters faced off in a highly anticipated bout at MF & DAZN: X Series 15 in Houston. The fight, for the Misfits Boxing women’s middleweight championship, was a display of both fighters’ grit. Brooke, the defending champion, scored an early knockdown in the first round. However, VanZant fought back, making it a close contest. The judges’ scorecards ended with a split draw: 48-46 for Brooke, 46-48 for VanZant, and 47-47, meaning Brooke retained her title.

The Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant fight was described as an “absolute war,” highlighting both women’s determination and combat skills. For VanZant, this marked her boxing debut, adding another dimension to her combat sports career. For Brooke, it was a defining moment as she continues to solidify her place in the world of boxing.

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What’s next for both Paige VanZant and Elle Brooke remains unknown. Brooke will likely be defending in the future but no opponent has yet been named. VanZant has signed with the GFL, a new MMA promotion. Some have even claimed that perhaps a Elle Brooke vs. Paige Vanzant rematch is in order.

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Elle Brooke Teases Her Return to the Ring For Next Bout After Paige VanZant Fight- Who’s Next?

Elle Brooke Teases Her Return to the Ring For Next Bout After Paige VanZant DrawElle Brooke is a model and athlete in the influencer boxing scene. She is already plotting her next move…

Elle Brooke Teases Her Return to the Ring For Next Bout After Paige VanZant Draw

Elle Brooke is a model and athlete in the influencer boxing scene. She is already plotting her next move inside the ring. Fresh off a split-decision draw against former UFC star Paige VanZant in May 2024, Brooke took to social media to ask her fans, “Who should I fight next?”

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Brooke has built a reputation as a model and social media star, in addition to being a fighter in influencer boxing. Since her debut in 2022, the social media sensation has compiled a respectable boxing record with two victories by knockout. Her recent performance against VanZant showcased her growth as a boxer, highlighted by a stunning right-hand knockdown in the early rounds. Most recently, she defeated Jenny Clausius in a Misfits X DAZN series.

Balancing careers in modeling and combat sports, Brooke’s profession has been anything but conventional. She initially rose to fame as a top creator on OnlyFans, earning over £60,000 per month. Elle Brooke built a massive social media following, including over 3 million Instagram followers. Despite her modeling success, Brooke’s passion for boxing has driven her to make a name for herself in the ring.

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“I see myself as a pioneer in influencer boxing, especially in the women’s division,” Brooke has said in past interviews.

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With her callout for suggestions on her next opponent, speculation is already brewing. A rematch with Paige VanZant remains a possibility, given the competitive nature of their last fight. Alternatively, Brooke could face off against another influencer or a professional fighter looking to test her skills.

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Elle Brooke vs. Paige VanZant

Who won Elle Brooke vs. Paige VanZant? In the end, it was judged a split draw. VanZant, UFC veteran making her professional boxing debut, showed resilience by recovering from the early knockdown. After five rounds of action, the judges’ scorecards were split. One judge scored the fight 48-46 for Brooke, another 48-46 for VanZant, and the third judge scored it 47-47, resulting in a split draw. As a result of the draw, Elle Brooke retained her Misfits Boxing women’s middleweight championship.

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