Teofimo Lopez Compares Tyson Fury to Conor McGregor While Contemplating His Stature as Greatest of All Time

Tyson Fury boasts an unparalleled track record, solidifying his greatness in the contemporary boxing scene. Holding a commanding position at the zenith of the Heavyweight division, ‘The Gypsy King’ has secured an extraordinary 24 victories by T/KO out of 34 professional fights. His next challenge awaits in the form of an undisputed Heavyweight clash against Oleksandr Usyk.

While some may call him the greatest Heavyweight boxer of all time, Teofimo Lopez has some different opinions. In a recent interview with Jaxxon podcast, Lopez sheds more light on his thoughts.

Teofimo Lopez questions Tyson Fury’s credibility after the Francis Ngannou match

When asked whether he agreed with the ones who consider the ‘Gypsy King’ the greatest Heavyweight of all time, he corrected them. According to Lopez, some people mean specifically their era when they say ‘all time’. Regardless, while he commends Fury for his achievements, he does not think he is fit to be called the best of all. He compares him to Conor McGregor, the ‘Notorious’ UFC fighter.

“But it is not overall, we are talking about all time, we’re talking about centuries, we’re talking about more than just decades. So, I analyze it off of that. I just go off of like, he is the greatest of this era as an entertainer for boxing, he’s done a lot, helped it. He’s like the Conor McGregor of MMA over there, on that platform. He’s on his way out. But yeah, he still has his things, but can you after the Ngannou fight? It’s hard to tell” said Lopez.

After the controversial win of Fury who got knocked down by Francis Ngannou, the boxing debutant, Lopez is not so sure whether Fury deserves the praise he gets.

Tyson Fury and his multiple retirements

Fury is known for his unpredictable career choices. He has a history of toying with the idea of retirement. Notably, in 2013, he abruptly retired after David Haye canceled their fight. Another hiatus followed in 2016, post his victory over Wladimir Klitschko, driven by struggles with mental health.

After a remarkable comeback in 2018, including defeating Deontay Wilder for the Heavyweight crown, Fury has continued his retirement dance. After hinting at leaving the sport, he returned to face Derek Chisora in December 2022. Now, Fury expresses a desire for a long run, discussing a potential 10-fight deal, showcasing the enduring rollercoaster of his boxing journey.

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While Fury might have suffered a bit of backlash post his fight with the Cameroonian, one cannot discredit his other achievements. Which side are you on? Do you think Fury is the greatest of all time or is the statement an exaggeration? Let us know in the comments below.

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