The World Boxing Council (WBC) has sparked controversy by stripping Shakur Stevenson of his lightweight title, citing a missed sanctioning fee as the reason. But here's where it gets interesting: Stevenson claims the fee was for just $100,000 (later corrected to $120,000), which he says he couldn't afford to pay due to financial constraints. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman offers a different perspective, stating that Stevenson's management failed to formalize the deal in writing, leading to the title being declared vacant. This isn't the first time Stevenson has faced such an issue; his close friend Terence Crawford was also stripped of his WBC title for similar reasons. This situation raises questions about the fairness of sanctioning fees and the impact they can have on fighters' careers. What do you think? Do you agree with the WBC's decision, or do you think there's more to the story? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
