This week, a lethal fight, billed, “The Showman Returns,” will take its course. At the iconic Michelob Ultra Arena of Las Vegas, Teofimo Lopez will face off against Jamaine Ortiz. While the fight positions itself as a splendid mid-week entertainer, it will also be a window for both the boxers to etch their names as one of the best in their division.

In a bid to defend his WBO Super lightweight title, ‘The Takeover’ will enter the ring against Jamaine Ortiz. For both the fighters, with a well-developed style and technique, this fight comes at a crucial juncture. However, with just days remaining for this critical face-off, here is a detailed report of what the fighters are bringing against each other.

Who has the better record?

In 2016, Las Vegas-based Lopez entered the ring for his maiden pro-boxing stint. Against the wrath of an already-established Ishwar Siqueiros, ‘The Takeover’ won via a second-round knockout. Over the years, he went on to fight the likes of Vasyl Lomachenko, Sandor Martin, and George Kambosos Jr. Today, on the precipice of yet another defense of his WBO title, he brings a stellar 19-1 record to the table. That one fateful loss on his record came after Kambosos Jr. defeated Lopez via a split decision in 2021.

Jamaine Ortiz, the Massachusetts-based fighter, also started his pro career in the year 2016, similar to his upcoming opponent. In a Lincoln City fight, he defeated Josh Parker after the latter’s team retired prematurely in the first round. In his career also spanning as long as that of Lopez, Ortiz has fought well-established names like Vasyl Lomachenko, Antonio Moran, and Vitor Jones. On the brink of this big fight, he comes with a slightly worse record of 17-1 than his upcoming opponent. It is also important to note that Teofimo defeated the Ukrainian Vasyl Lomachenko via a unanimous decision, whereas Ortiz faced the sole loss of his career against Lomachenko, that too via a unanimous decision.

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Age, Measurements, and Net Worth

Born in 1997, aged 26, Lopez is a 5’8″ fighter being challenged by 27-year-old, 5’8″ Ortiz. Both fighters will fight at 140 pounds, with Lopez bringing his 68.5″ reach against Ortiz’s slightly better 69″ reach.

Teofimo Lopez Net Worth in 2024: Five Biggest Fight Purse of His Illustrious Boxing Career

With ample high-profile match-ups and growing PPV numbers, Teofimo Lopez comes with an impressive net worth of about $5 million. Meanwhile, his opponent comes with similar riches. As per TG Time, Jamaine Ortiz is also estimated to have a net worth of around $5 million.

Entering the fight, Teofimo is a clear favorite, purely based on the big fighters that he has successfully taken apart in the ring. However, Jamaine Ortiz, stepping in as the underdog, may just sweep the victory. Both Teofimo Lopez and Jamaine Ortiz are fighters, who will be giving their all in the ring against each other. On fight night, it will be interesting to see who prevails.

Who do you think will emerge victorious in this closely contested match? Share your predictions in the comments section below.

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