Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza in play

Press Release

12/01/2022

Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza in play

Top Rank matchmaker Bruce Trampler thinks that Teofimo Lopez's first fight at 140 pounds could be against undefeated Arnold Barboza, Jr.. Replying to a Barbozoa tweet, Trampler tweeted: "Right on, Arnold! Teofimo Lopez was in [Top Rank's office] with his father the other day. He’s a couple months away from fighting again, but his dad did say he wanted you next. Let’s see how things play out with his health." [Lopez (pictured), the former world lightweight champion is recovering from a punishing loss to George Kambosos after which previously existing internal injuries were discovered]. 

PRIOR TWEETS

Former world 135-pound champion Teofimo Lopez confirms he wil be moving up to 140 pounds: "I will become undisputed again but at junior welterweight!" 

Response from contender Arnold Barboza Jr. (26-0) who shares the same promoter as Lopez: "Start with me tuff guy."