Savannah Marshall wins MMA debut and calls for Claressa Shields rematch

Savannah Marshall had a successful MMA debut, defeating Mirela Vargas via TKO in the first round at a Professional Fighters League event in Newcastle. Despite being taken down early, Marshall showcased her striking skills and overwhelmed Vargas with punches. She called out boxing rival Claressa Shields for an MMA contest, seeking a rematch after Shields handed her the only loss of her professional boxing career in 2022. Shields, who was cageside for Marshall's victory, agreed to the rematch. Marshall's dominant performance led to the fight being stopped with 32 seconds left in the first round, with Vargas reeling from Marshall's strikes. The potential rematch between Marshall and Shields is highly anticipated, with both fighters showing mutual respect and friendship despite their competitive history.