WBO world champion in junior welterweight (up to 63.5 kg) American Teofimo Lopez (21-1, 13 KOs) the next fight will most likely take place on March 15, Sports.kz reports with reference to vRINGe.com.
His opponent should be the former IBF world champion in this category, Puerto Rican Subriel Mathias (21-2, 21 KOs).
According to ESPN, the parties are not only actively negotiating, but are already close to concluding a deal.
It is not yet known where the fight will take place.
Teofimo made two defenses in 2024, outpointing Jemaine Ortiz in February and Steve Clagett in June.
Mathias lost the title in June, losing by decision to Australian Liam Paro. In November, he returned with a victory over Roberto Ramirez, dispatching him in 2 rounds.
