Subriel Matias | IBF Junior Welterweight eliminator If you’re still feeling marginally excited about this matchup, keep in mind that Lopez – short of a shock defeat – will become mandatory challenger to dynamite-fisted titleholder, Richard Commey. In the plus column, Nakatani stands 3.5-inches taller, with a 2.5-inch greater wingspan.
I hate to overlook his chances, but look, it’s extremely unlikely that Lopez’s handlers have accidentally picked an ‘Andy Ruiz Jr’ here. According to BoxRec, the unbeaten prospect, 30-years-old with an unbeaten 18-fight run, is yet to fight outside his native Japan. Lopez is widely considered to be boxing’s finest prospect, with his refined skill set, power and uber confidence making waves.Īs for opponent Masayoshi Nakatani, I’m totally unfamiliar.
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Masayoshi Nakatani (ESPN+) July 19, Oxon Hill, MarylandĪged 21 with just thirteen pro outings behind him, Teofima Lopez is theoretically one fight away from a title crack in this IBF Lightweight eliminator. A blue chip prospect continues his ascent, an aging boxing wonder returns, a fiery Junior Welterweight unification erupts, plus a decent helping of Heavyweight action unfolds. With July just around the corner, it’s time to check out what’s in store.