Teofimo Lopez Gives His Insight on Davis vs Lomachenko Showdown

Teofimo Lopez, the current WBO junior welterweight champion, recently shared his thoughts on the possible major showdown between Gervonta Davis and Vasyl Lomachenko. Lopez expressed his belief that Davis may be nervous going into the fight, while Lomachenko will showcase his skill sets. He mentioned that Davis will likely try to knock Lomachenko down with head hunting, emphasizing his left hand as his favorite shot. However, Lopez also pointed out that Lomachenko’s age and his rugged career might work against him in the ring.

Lopez acknowledged that Lomachenko was a tough fighter when he faced him, but he feels that Lomachenko is not the same as he once was. He added that if the fight goes the distance, Davis might have the upper hand. Lopez emphasized that Davis needs to be at his best if he wants to secure a victory against a skilled opponent like Lomachenko. He highlighted the importance of Davis not relying solely on landing one big shot.

Despite acknowledging Lomachenko’s skills and experience, Lopez expressed his belief that Davis might edge out a win in a potential matchup. He also mentioned that Lomachenko will not wait for a big shot and emphasized the importance of being strategic in the ring. Lopez indicated that Davis needs to have a high punch count and not rely on one decisive blow to secure a victory.

While discussing the potential Davis vs Lomachenko showdown, Lopez also shared his excitement about his own upcoming fight against Steve Claggett in Miami. He stated that he is looking forward to making a true statement and has all the necessary tools to win as a true champion. Despite being heavily favored to win against Claggett, Lopez highlighted the importance of not underestimating his opponent, describing him as his first orthodox fighter in a while.

Lopez emphasized the significance of staying busy and maintaining a full calendar of fights to solidify his position as the best in his weight class. He mentioned that he aims to have his next fight in September, assuming he emerges victorious against Claggett as expected. Lopez’s focus on continuous improvement and staying active in the ring showcases his dedication to maintaining his status as a top contender in the junior welterweight division.