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Teofimo Lopez wins WBA title in controversial decision over Rolly Romero

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Teofimo Lopez wins WBA title in controversial decision over Rolly Romero
Summary

Teofimo Lopez captured the WBA welterweight title from Rolly Romero in Las Vegas on Saturday night. The bout, marked by a lackluster performance, concluded with judges scoring it 114-114, 115-113, and 116-112 in favor of Lopez. The fight drew criticism, particularly regarding a judge's scorecard that labeled it a draw despite Lopez significantly outlanding Romero. Many observers felt Lopez controlled the match, but reactions from fellow fighters highlighted the controversial nature of both the fight and the scoring. Moving forward, Lopez's next mandatory challenge will be against Jack Catterall.

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  • •Lopez outlanded Romero 124 to 73 in total punches.
  • •Judges scored the fight 114-114, 115-113, and 116-112.
  • •Lopez is now a three-division boxing world champion.
  • •Critics labeled the fight as underwhelming and poorly judged.
  • •Next, Lopez must face mandatory challenger Jack Catterall.
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  • 5:32 AMYahoo Sports — 'Bad fight, bad scoring': Teofimo Lopez's win over Rolly Romero sparks backlash from boxing world
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Teofimo Lopez's WBA title win over Rolly Romero on Saturday came with its fair share of critics and controversy.

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