Trainer Robert Garcia believes Arnold Barboza has the edge over WBO light welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez on May 2nd, given his impressive recent performances.
Teofimo Lopez is an American professional boxer who has held multiple world championships in two weight classes which include the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and The Ring Magazine junior welterweight titles since 2023.
Recently, it was announced that a historic boxing tripleheader will take place in Times Square, New York City on May 2. The card will feature Ryan Garcia (24-1, 20 KOs) vs Rolly Romero (16-2, 13 KOs), Devin Haney 31-0, 15 KOs) vs Jose Ramirez (29-2, 18 KOs) and Teofimo Lopez (21-1, 13 KOs) vs Arnold Barboza Jr.
Teofimo Lopez is one of the brightest stars in the super lightweight division, as he holds the WBO world title. The top finisher from New York has been the world champion in both the light and super lightweight divisions, making himself a recognizable name in the sport.
The build-up for Ryan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero’s May 2 fight from Times Square, New York City, is underway as the kick-off presser took place. Ryan returns to the sport following his year ban from boxing, which expires in April 2025.
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has ruled out having 15-minute boxing rounds. His comments arrived after Teofimo Lopez expressed his desire to see that implemented for undisputed world title fights.
Arnold Barboza Jr. defeated Jack Catterall to secure the WBO Interim Junior Welterweight Title, as we look at his next steps. Barboza produced an impressive victory to secure a title shot against the full champion Teofimo Lopez Jr.
According to The Ring Magazine Teofimo Lopez is set to return to the ring in June or July, where he will defend his WBO and Ring Magazine super lightweight titles.
The Ring Magazine previously reported the February 15 bout between Jack Catterall and Arnold Barboza Jr. was approved by the WBO as an interim title fight, due to the ongoing uncertainty regarding full champion Teofimo Lopez (21-1, 13 KOs) and when his next fight will take place.
Bob Arum has opened up on Teofimo Lopez’s future by stating that the Saudis have offered him a three-fight deal. Lopez is the current WBO Junior Welterweight Champion and has been with Top Rank during his success.
Teofimo Lopez’s Top Rank future is in doubt after he signed a new advisory deal. Reports indicate he has inked a deal with Keith Connolly and Mike Borao.
Teofimo Lopez is continuing to make waves on social media as he seeks to secure his first fight of 2025. On Monday, the 27-year-old fighter, who is signed to promoter Top Rank, posted himself in a photo with managers Keith Connolly and Mike Borao.
Teofimo Lopez has hit out at Top Rank for trying to destroy his boxing career. The Takeover is the current WBO Junior Welterweight Champion. He has amassed titles in two weight classes, becoming a two-time lineal champion, making him one of the most accomplished boxers in the sport.
Gervonta Davis mocked Teofimo Lopez as the latter tried desperately to get out of his Top Rank contract. Lopez is the current WBO Junior Welterweight Champion.
Teofimo Lopez’s future with Top Rank is in doubt after reports he rejected an opportunity to fight Subriel Matias. Lopez holds the WBO Junior Welterweight Title after successfully defending it by beating Steve Claggett in his last fight.
The relationship between Teofimo Lopez (21-1, 13 KOs) and Top Rank has been tumultuous. Despite the topsy-turvy nature of their dealings, Lopez has won all five fights since his shock loss to George Kambosos Jr.
Teofimo Lopez has raised doubts over his future with Top Rank after demanding the cost of his buyout clause. Lopez is one of the most talented fighters in the sport.
Oscar De La Hoya does not see a rematch between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney. The first fight created mass controversy. Garcia failed to make the 140-pound limit by coming in over three pounds.
Richardson Hitchins is eyeing a fight with Teofimo Lopez and Devin Haney. Hitchins is coming off the best win of his career. He entered the Liam Paro fight with plenty to prove.
Teofimo Lopez and Subriel Matias are reportedly close to making a March 15 fight. Lopez is the WBO Junior Welterweight Champion, a belt he won after beating the former Undisputed Junior Welterweight Champion Josh Taylor.
Terence Crawford has gone scorched earth on Teofimo Lopez after “The Takeover’s” recent controversial remarks. Crawford and Lopez were in attendance at Wembley Stadium for the big Daniel Dubois vs.
Teofimo Lopez was caught on camera at Friday’s weigh-in for the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga fight, during which he called out other fighters including Gervonta Davis.
The day will eventually come when world junior welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez will get inducted into the New York State Boxing Hall of Fame. However, that is a long way off as Lopez from Brooklyn, is not only still an active fighter, but in the prime of his career as well.
Being billed as “Boxing’s Greatest Showman” is a blessing and maybe not a curse, but certainly is a setting of the bar, which can backfire when Teofimo Lopez doesn’t close the show, with a pound-of-flesh exclamation point.
The Teofimo Lopez next fight news is official, as “The Takeover” returns in June. Lopez will defend his WBO junior welterweight championship live on ESPN.
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