Shakur Stevenson went at it with Teofimo Lopez on X, letting him know that his “time is up” because the WBO gentle welterweight champion. He plans on dethroning Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) of their potential combat throughout Riyadh Season in January 2026.
Teo Unleashes the Canine
Teofimo unleashed the canine early immediately, labeling Shakur “Mr. Sandman,” saying he’s going to place him “to sleep.” So far as the moniker, no lies had been informed.
Stevenson retaliated by mentioning that Lopez hasn’t knocked out anybody since he moved as much as 140 in 2022. He’s truly unsuitable. Teofimo knocked out his first opponent at gentle welterweight, Pedro Campa, within the seventh spherical on August 13, 2022. He simply hasn’t stopped anybody in his final 5 fights.
Shakur’s Foxhole Escape
Selecting to maneuver as much as 140 to problem Teofimo for his WBO title is only a foxhole for Shakur to cover in. He’s bought a hungry wolf on the door with 2020 Olympic gold medalist Andy Cruz, ranked as his #1 contender for his WBC light-weight belt. Shifting as much as combat Teo permits Stevenson to swerve Cruz. He’s going to should face the proficient Cuban when he comes again, until he chooses to vacate.
The three-division world champion Shakur (24-0, 11 KOs) goes to have to boost his recreation to defeat Teo, as he’s proven indicators of slippage in his final 4 fights since 2023. Individuals have been speaking in regards to the drop-off in efficiency from Stevenson over the previous two years.
Is Stevenson on the Decline?
Some consider that he’s previous his prime at 28, as he exhibits indicators of deteriorating reflexes. Fighters who rely on their pace are inclined to go downhill quickly starting of their late 20s. Shakur didn’t look good in any of those fights at 135:
William Zepeda
Josh Padley
Artem Harutyunyan
Edwin De Los Santos
U stopped 0 individuals at 140 now you’re gone put me to sleep? 😂 Teafima your time is up I hope you loved ya run.. #4DivisionChampOTW https://t.co/D3GM0hcFRR
— Shakur Stevenson (@ShakurStevenson) October 14, 2025
DESTINY CALLING I CAN FEEL IT.. #4DivisionChamp
— Shakur Stevenson (@ShakurStevenson) October 14, 2025
@ShakurStevenson, WELP! https://t.co/1eQJd7Gsvu pic.twitter.com/An14MhDbjj
— Teofimo Lopez (@TeofimoLopez) October 14, 2025
Written by Nation Vegas, Boxing Analyst masking world title fights since 2013.
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