Fri Nov 15 06:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Haney’s Risky Gamble: Teofimo Lopez Bout Could End His Career

Undefeated lightweight champion Devin Haney is reportedly in talks to face former two-division champion Teofimo Lopez in a 140-pound clash. This fight, if it happens, would mark Haney’s return after a devastating loss to Ryan Garcia in April, making it a risky move for the young fighter.

Experts argue that Haney needs a confidence boost after the Garcia fight and that a tune-up against a less challenging opponent would be more beneficial. However, this matchup with Lopez offers significant financial rewards, leading some to believe that Haney is prioritizing a payday over his career trajectory.

While the potential fight would generate PPV buys, it is unlikely to reach the same level as Haney’s last fight against Garcia. Lopez is not a well-known figure among casual fans and has been struggling in recent matches, showing a decline in his performance.

This fight could prove disastrous for Haney if Lopez manages to recapture his peak form. His punching power could easily dismantle Haney, who might not last more than three rounds against a revitalized Lopez.

Despite Haney’s chance of victory due to Lopez’s recent struggles, many believe this fight is a reckless gamble. Promoter Eddie Hearn has urged Haney to take a tune-up before facing a fighter of Lopez’s caliber.

The fight is scheduled for 2025 and would be broadcast on ESPN. The negotiation process is ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether this risky matchup will actually come to fruition.

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