Teofimo vs. Garcia in May? “Let the game begin!”

Teofimo Lopez hinted at X that he is Ryan Garcia’s next opponent for his May fight.

Turki Sheikh posted a photo of Ryan (24-1, 20 KOs) signing the contract on social media today and said: “The deal is done. The opponent is set.” Teofimo responded to the post , and said: “Let the games begin. “

Times Square adjustments

WBO light welterweight champion Teofimo will be Garcia’s opponent in May, and they will have a warm-up match in Times Square, New York. Haney will also be on the roster. One of the options being considered for his warmup is former unified 140-pound champion Jose Ramirez.

It would be a crazy move for Ryan to fight Te’o because he’s a better fighter than Haney and he’s also more dangerous due to his strength. Lopez has only lost once to George Kambosos Jr. and has no issues with his chin. You have to view Teofimo as a tougher test for Garcia than Haney.

Was this a mistake on Garcia’s part?

It wouldn’t be a surprise if Ryan loses to Lopez, as he’s not the type of opponent who can take a lot of punches or takedowns, like he did in his recent win over Haney on April 20.

Teofimo attended the Ring Awards in London on Saturday, looking like one of the film’s sunglasses-wearing nocturnal mutants. “The Omega Man”. He looked brutal and out of place at the awards ceremony. Theo may think he looks cool, but he’s like a plague mutant.

Garcia’s promoter Oscar De La Hoya already stated on Saturday that he wants Ryan’s next opponent to be Teofimo (21-1, 13 KOs) rather than Devon · Honey. Ryan will still face Devin in the October rematch. This is reportedly part of the three-fight deal Garcia signed for Turki. De La Hoya feels Ryan is a waste of time fighting Haney again, but Turki apparently feels differently.