In a Vegas showdown on February 9, WBO World Super Lightweight Champion Teofimo Lopez (20-1, 13 KOs) squared off against Jamaine Ortiz (17-2-1, 8 KOs), with fan excitement spiking throughout the match and post-fight commentary. The judges unanimously favored Lopez, scoring it 115-113 twice and 117-111.
Judicial Jabs
The 117-111 tally sparked debate, given the bout's competitive nature. Officially, Ortiz clinched rounds 2, 3, and 9.
In-Ring Report Card
Both fighters grappled with their aim, as reflected in CompuBox stats:
Lopez: 78 of 364 punches connected
Ortiz: 80 of 409 punches connected
Lopez jabs: 12 of 161 thrown
Ortiz jabs: 20 of 204 thrown
Lopez power shots: 66 of 203 landed
Ortiz power shots: 60 of 205 landed
Next Round for Lopez and Ortiz
Neither boxer has called out their next opponent yet. Ortiz remains confident of his victory, while Lopez boasts he's the division's top dog, ready to take on all comers.
Pre-fight, Teofimo Sr., Lopez's coach and dad, eyed the winner of Romero vs. Cruz for the WBA title in the same weight class as their potential next challenge.