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Teofimo Lopez targets Garcia-Benn winner, delays Haney fight plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:47 AM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Teofimo Lopez targets Garcia-Benn winner, delays Haney fight plans
Summary

Teofimo Lopez, fresh off winning the WBA welterweight title, is focusing on the upcoming bout between Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn scheduled for September 12. Lopez stated he is not prioritizing a fight against Devin Haney, as he aims for a potential unification bout after the Garcia-Benn outcome. Despite mandatory obligations to fight Jack Catterall, Lopez disputes this, arguing prior contracts do not bind him. He expressed interest in fighting IBF champion Liam Paro while navigating the rankings. Catterall's promoter contends that Lopez must fulfill his mandatory obligations as champion.

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  • •Lopez claimed the WBA welterweight title after defeating Rolando Romero.
  • •He is keenly awaiting the result of the Garcia-Benn fight.
  • •Lopez stated he will not fight Haney until a chance for undisputed status arises.
  • •Catterall's promoter insists Lopez must face him as a mandatory challenger.
  • •Lopez aims to navigate potential matches while managing his obligations.
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  • 2:47 AMYahoo Sports — Teofimo Lopez dismisses WBA's Jack Catterall mandatory, rules out fighting Devin Haney for now
What they're saying
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After claiming the WBA's welterweight title, Lopez is focused solely on the winner of Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn, regardless of what the sanctioning body wants next.

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