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TEOFIMO LOPEZ GEARS UP TO DEFEND HIS RING BELT AGAINST CANADA’S STEVE CLAGGETT ON JUNE 29

James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami, Florida.

Teofimo Lopez is set to defend his Ring junior welterweight championship and his WBO belt against Canadian contender Steve Claggett in a 10 Rounds boxing fight on Saturday, June 29, at James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami, Florida. Claggett (38-7-2, 26 KO), 34, gets his first world title shot nearly 16 years after his professional debut. His record isn’t the prettiest, but he’s not the sort of “crush cans while periodically getting fed to prospects” paper tiger you may expect; he’s got some solid wins over Yves Ulysse Jr and Petros Ananyan alongside a slew of mid-level victims, he hasn’t been stopped in over a decade, and half of his losses since have been split or majority decisions. Lopez (20-1, 13 KOs), a two-weight Ring champion who grew up in South Florida, captured the IBF lightweight world title with a second-round knockout against Richard Commey in December 2019. The following year, he triumphed over pound-for-pound king Vasiliy Lomachenko to claim the WBA, WBC and WBO belts titles. He lost the belts in a shocking upset to George Kambosos Jr. in November 2021. The 26-year-old made his junior welterweight debut in August 2022, registering a seventh-round TKO versus Pedro Campa before tallying a points verdict over Spanish southpaw Sandor Martin that December. In June 2023, Lopez painted a fistic masterpiece when he upset former undisputed champion Josh Taylor to capture the Ring belt. He defended his crown with a unanimo us decision over former amateur rival Jamaine Ortiz in February. The fight will be shown live on ESPN +

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Riyadh Season 5vs5: Zhilei Zhang takes on Deontay Wilder

Kingdom Arena, Riyadh

On June 1st, the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will be the stage for a highly anticipated heavyweight clash between two of the division's most formidable punchers. Former titleholder Deontay Wilder (43-3-1, 42 KOs) is set to face the Chinese powerhouse Zhilei Zhang (26-2-1, 21 KOs) in a bout that could position the winner to challenge the newly crowned undisputed champion, Oleksandr Usyk. Both Wilder and Zhang possess devastating power, making this matchup a thrilling prospect. The key question is who will land the decisive blow first. This fight is intriguing not only because of the fighters' punching power but also due to the uncertainties surrounding them following their recent losses to a resurgent Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). Wilder's defeat to Parker was unusual, as the Alabama native appeared hesitant, avoiding significant exchanges and failing to unleash his notorious right hand with its usual ferocity. Conversely, Zhang had Parker down twice but couldn't capitalize, allowing the New Zealand star to rally and secure a decision victory. If both fighters bring their A-game to Riyadh, fans can expect an explosive showdown.

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Josh Taylor Vs Jack Catterall 2: The Rematch

First Direct Arena, Leeds

After a wait of over two years, bitter rivals Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall are set to face off in an eagerly awaited rematch at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on Saturday, May 25. The event will be broadcast live on DAZN in the UK and worldwide, and exclusively on ESPN+ in the U.S. The animosity between these two fighters began in February 2022 during a memorable night at The OVO Hydro Arena in Glasgow, where Taylor defended his Undisputed Super-Lightweight World Title against Catterall. Since their first encounter, which Taylor (19-1, 13 KOs) narrowly won via a controversial split decision to retain his title, a heated war of words has ensued. The aftermath of their initial fight has sparked intense debates, with Taylor enduring cuts near his left eye and a knockdown in the 8th round, while also receiving a point deduction in the 11th for a post-bell punch. Catterall, on the other hand, was penalized a point for holding in the 10th round. This rematch promises to be a pulsating battle as both fighters seek to settle the score once and for all.

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Fire & Fury Unleashed: Lomachenko vs. Kambosos - Battle for the Vacant IBF Lightweight World Title

RAC Arena, Perth

Get ready for a night of explosive action as two titans collide in a battle for glory and the vacant IBF Lightweight World Title! Top Rank, along with DiBella Entertainment and DUCO Events, proudly presents "Fire & Fury: Lomachenko vs. Kambosos." On Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 11:00 PM ET, the world will witness Vasiliy Lomachenko and George Kambosos Jr. step into the ring at the iconic RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. This highly anticipated showdown will be broadcast live on ESPN, showcasing the skills, heart, and determination of these elite fighters. With the vacant IBF Lightweight World Title up for grabs, both Lomachenko and Kambosos are ready to leave it all on the line. The stakes have never been higher as they vie for championship glory in front of a global audience. But the excitement doesn't stop there! Before the main event, catch a thrilling preliminary card exclusively on ESPN+, featuring rising stars and intense matchups that will set the stage for an unforgettable night of boxing.

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