Reigning WBO super lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez Jr. defends his title against the former WBO lightweight titleholder Shakur Stevenson on Jan. 31, as they are set to headline the boxing event at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Even though he’s the defending champion, Lopez Jr. is going to be the betting underdog with +260 boxing odds. Stevenson, on the other hand, will be the betting favorite with -300. A draw result has odds of +1400.
Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Shakur Stevenson Fight Odds
- Teofimo Lopez Jr.: +260
- Shakur Stevenson: -300
- Tie: +1400
Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Shakur Stevenson: Tale of the Tape
| Teofimo Lopez Jr. | Shakur Stevenson | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 28 | 28 |
| Height | 5’9” | 5’8” |
| Record | 22-1 | 24-0 |
| Reach | 68.5 inches | 68 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| TKO/KO Percentage | 59% | 46% |
Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Shakur Stevenson: Prediction
My prediction is a unanimous decision win for Stevenson over Lopez Jr., as he’s more accurate in his counterpunches and moves his head pretty well when engaging in exchanges. Both are great counterpunchers, but I think Lopez Jr. will initiate the action more.
With Lopez Jr. playing as the aggressor, Stevenson will be more than happy to oblige as the fighter who will be against the ropes, defending and timing counterpunches. This is where the former WBO lightweight titleholder shines.
Furthermore, Stevenson will force Lopez Jr. to close the distance and fight on the inside. This removes the advantage of Lopez Jr. in sniping his punches from long distance and will make the life of Stevenson easier to fire back easily.
Teofimo Lopez Jr.’s Recent Fight Results
Lopez Jr. was a former Olympian before he turned pro in 2016. He’s the former IBF and WBO lightweight champion and the current WBO super lightweight titleholder. He rides a six-fight win streak with victories against Pedro Campa, Sandor Martin, Josh Taylor, Jamaine Ortiz, Steve Clagett, and Arnold Barboza Jr.
Shakur Stevenson’s Recent Fight Results
Stevenson was a former Olympic silver medalist who made his pro debut in 2017. He’s still undefeated and was the former WBO lightweight titleholder. Stevenson captured the belt in 2023 and successfully fended off the challenges of Artem Harutyunyan, Josh Padley, and William Zepeda Segura.
Teofimo Lopez Jr. vs. Shakur Stevenson: Start Time
Jan. 31, 11 p.m. E.T.
Jan. 31, 10 p.m. C.T.
Jan. 31, 9 p.m. M.T.
Jan. 31, 8 p.m. P.T.
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