O’Shaquie Foster O’Shaquie Foster At 147 Pounds: “I’ll Spank Him”
O’Shaquie
Foster, the current world champion in the super featherweight division, is
savoring his reign at the top. However, his grasp on the 130-pound title almost
slipped away in a fierce battle against Eduardo Hernandez at the end of 2023.
Faced with adversity and trailing on the scorecards, Foster unleashed
everything in his arsenal, securing a dramatic late-stoppage win and retaining
his WBC belt.
This Friday
night, Foster is gearing up for another challenge as he faces Abraham Nova.
Acknowledging Nova's prowess as a dangerous super featherweight, Foster has
dedicated his training camp to ensuring a dominant performance. While a victory
over Nova would logically lead Foster to consider fellow champions in his
division, he has his sights set on a more ambitious goal—moving up in weight.
For Foster,
a move up by just one weight class isn't sufficient; he's eyeing a leap of
three weight classes. The welterweight division beckons, a decision that
intrigues and excites him. Aware of the elite competition in the welterweight
ranks, Foster is particularly fixated on one fighter—Conor Benn.
Conor Benn,
with his rising star status, youthful exuberance, skill set, and engaging
personality, has caught Foster's attention. Despite the formidable challenges
posed by welterweight contenders, Benn stands out as a potential opponent who
ignites Foster's competitive spirit. Foster recently expressed his desire for a
showdown with Benn, stating, "If he wins a belt at 47, I’ll go up there
and spank him," in an interview with BoxingScene.com.
Benn, who
recently made his mark with a second consecutive appearance in the United
States, showcased his talents in a convincing victory over Peter Dobson at The
Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. Despite the win, Foster, who was present among the
spectators, remains unimpressed. In his assessment of Benn's performance,
Foster bluntly stated, "Not at all. Not even a little bit. He food."
Foster's
bold declaration of his intentions adds a layer of anticipation to the already
exciting welterweight division. The prospect of a potential clash between
Foster and Benn, with its mix of skills, determination, and verbal sparring,
could become a focal point in the coming months. As Foster continues to
navigate challenges in his current division, his eyes remain fixed on a future
move that could reshape his career and present new and intriguing possibilities
in the welterweight landscape.