Teofimo Lopez (22-2-0, 13 KOs) confirmed his permanent move to welterweight.
The news follows his unanimous decision loss to Shakur Stevenson in January, as he lost his WBO Junior Welterweight Title. There are growing rumors that Lopez is eyeing a deal with Zuffa Boxing. Lopez didn’t waste any time naming the two men he is targeting.
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Ryan Garcia: The current WBC Welterweight Champion is Teofimo’s primary target. The fight offers Teo the chance to become a three-weight world champion.
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Conor Benn: Fresh off his victory over Regis Prograis, Benn is the #1 mandatory for Garcia. Lopez could fight Benn in a “title eliminator” if a direct shot at Garcia isn’t immediately available.
“I’m going to 147, The weight class is going to welcome me very good. There’s been talks for sure, maybe in the summer. He’s coming down to 147. If the opportunity is there, we’ll make it happen,” Lopez saidÂ