Teofimo Lopez told anyone who’d listen that he would be too good for Josh Taylor and that’s how their 140lbs world title bout played out.
The New Yorker is now the world’s best super-lightweight but what could be next for him?
DAZN takes a look at the fighters who would all love a shot at Lopez.
Ryan Garcia
Despite his recent loss to Gervonta Davis, Ryan Garcia still remains a huge name in boxing. The Californian’s popularity is one of his biggest assets and alongside the outspoken Teofimo Lopez, the pair would both be confident of putting on a brilliant fight that would perform exceptionally at the box office.
Gervonta Davis
Riding high following his stoppage victory over Ryan Garcia in April, Gervonta Davis is undoubtedly one of the most high-profile fighters about. Enduring problems with the law at the moment, Davis is currently pre-occupied but when the Baltimore returns to action, a contest with the new world champion would do huge business.
Regis Prograis
If Lopez claims to be the best fighter at 140lbs then one man who will contest that opinion is Regis Prograis. The New Orleans star is back in the ring later this month and if he’s victorious then you can be certain that Lopez will be the man he targets.
Devin Haney
It’s still not clear what weight class Devin Haney will fight at next but if he does wish to move to 140lbs then Lopez will be on his radar. Haney managed to achieve what Lopez couldn’t when he defeated George Kambosos, but following Lopez’s win over Josh Taylor, a win over Lopez now would be far more impressive.