The new year in boxing will begin with fireworks as Teofimo Lopez returns to defend his WBO and Ring Magazine junior welterweight titles against Shakur Stevenson on January 31, 2026. The blockbuster bout will headline “The Ring VI” at Madison Square Garden in New York City, streaming exclusively on DAZN. Expand Tweet

For Lopez, this matchup is a chance to reaffirm his dominance at 140 pounds after a rollercoaster stretch in his career. The self-proclaimed “Takeover” capped off 2025 with a convincing win over a top contender, revitalizing the swagger that once made him one of boxing’s most electrifying young stars. Fighting once again in his hometown, Lopez is eager to prove that he remains the man to beat in the division. Article Continues Below

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