The ex-absolute lightweight champion American Teofimo Lopez (16-1, 12 KOs) still does not make his debut in 63.5 kg, but he is already calling other top fighters there with might and main.
Lopez reacted to the result of the fight for the WBA World title in 61.2 kg between compatriots Gervonta Davis (27-0, 25 KOs) and Rolando Romero (14-1, 12 KOs) – the fight took place over the weekend, ended in an early victory of the champion in 6 -th round.
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“Great fight. Rolando won until that blow yawned, –
considers Lopez. – At the time of the stoppage, the score was 5-0 in favor of the challenger. Yes, Davis got a couple of counters, but one or two hits does not mean that you took the round. What’s “Tank” Davis to do next? Shit! Of course, let him rise above and fight with me! He looks too light at light weight. Dude, you will thank me for this advice, so go up to 63.5 kg.
It’s no secret that Lopez and Rolly are good buddies. Teofimo even bet on the victory of a sidekick, and now he praises his performance: “But he really acted just phenomenally. Everything worked out for him until the very moment when he yawned a blow. I think he got a little turned on, got overexcited in the ring, he went on the attack and opened his beard. “Tank” hit. That’s all. I think the referee did not allow Romero to continue the fight in vain. Although I admit that he was very shocked.
“Davis and I have mentioned each other more than once. But stop talking. It’s time to do business. “Tank” did not impress me. I’m telling you, he didn’t take a single round. Maybe if the fight had continued, things would have changed. Why does he need 63.5 kg? Because it’s cool there, the whole engine is there. And there was nothing left in the lung. As soon as I left, everything suddenly stopped here. The division seems to be dead. At the very least, it cannot be compared to super light weight. I also think that Tank vs Theo is a hell of a fight. I’m not even going to get ahead of myself and tell you how it all ends. But I would have to work hard to do what I do best – win, ”Lopez beautifully pushed.
It’s funny that, unlike Teofimo, Gervonta already has experience of performing at 63.5 kg – he defeated compatriot Mario Barrios, became the WBA World champion. The other day there were new rumors about Lopez’s comeback. A possible opponent has been voiced, few people will like him.
