“I Made ESPN Over $100 Million”: Teofimo Lopez States the Only Condition He’d Return to the Boxing Ring

Teofimo Lopez shocked the boxing world on the night of his fight against Josh Taylor. The 25-year-old certainly emerged as the better fighter on the night. However, his post-fight interview caused a stir among the fans, who couldn’t believe what they were hearing. Lopez revealed that he is considering retirement from the sport. And is interested in taking some time off to spend with his family. This news was a shock to the boxing world, as the former unified lightweight champion just added another championship belt to his name and was expected to take on new challenges. Even though he talked about retiring, it seems like he has not ruled out continuing his career, but at a condition.

In a recent interview, Lopez opened up about his decision to retire. He revealed to his fans that he had put forward one condition to return to the boxing ring. Lopez stripped Taylor of the WBO light welterweight championship title. And, now is a seven-time world champion. Looking at his boxing record, many fans will agree that retirement is not the way to go. And, it seems like, after all, it may not be on one condition.

Teofimo Lopez’s condition to return to the ring

While making an appearance on The Porter Way Podcast, the new light-welterweight champion opened up about his decision to retire and put forward a single condition to make his return to the ring. Lopez has been able to achieve big milestones at a young age. And is one of the most exceptional boxers today.

Lopez said, “Any way you get teofimo back is nine-figure contract deal.” It seems like Lopez has increased his market value as an athlete. “I made ESPN over $100 million. And I am still getting paid a million dollars,” said ‘The Takeover’ while highlighting the vast difference between the two amounts. Moreover, the 25-year-old talked about other boxers who are earning more than him despite bringing in less money.

He further stated, added, “Where some of the other fighters who haven’t done even the quarter of what I’ve done, they’re getting paid 10-12 million.” It seems like the Brooklyn-raised champion wants his share of the pie.

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What Lopez has been able to achieve in his career is not something to overlook. Professional boxers work hard to be the champion of the world. And Lopez has done that seven times. His career is exceptional in many ways. And it will be exciting to see whether he returns to the ring or not. Do you agree with Lopez’s demand? In addition, who do you want him to fight next? Let us know in the comments below.

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