The fight between WBO light-welterweight champion Josh Taylor and former world lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez will take place on June 10 in New York City.
If the fight was in the U.K., it would be shown in the U.S. at lunchtime, and the audience is very important to Teofimo. This time Top Rank listened to us. I think it's better to have this fight in the U.S.
David McWater, Lopez's manager
Lopez, 25, had his last fight in December 2022, defeating Sandor Martin by split decision. He has 18 wins (13 by knockout) and one loss.
Taylor, 32, defeated Jack Catterall in February 2022 by split decision. He has 19 wins (13 by knockout) and no losses.