Tío Fimo Lopez is turning up the heat in the boxing world as he continues to call out potential opponents. In a recent interview, Lopez claimed that Devin Haney turned down a $2.4 million offer to fight him, further intensifying the ongoing discussions around potential mega fights.
The Haney Offer
Lopez revealed that he made a “reasonable offer” to Team Haney, proposing a $2.4 million guaranteed payout along with a 55/45 pay-per-view split for a fight at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Despite the sizable offer, Lopez said that Haney’s team never responded. “We waited a week for Bill Haney and Team Haney to respond, but they never did,” Lopez explained. “I offered them a good deal, and they just didn’t get back to me.” Lopez added that while there were rumors about an offer from Turkey, nothing official ever materialized.
This rejection from Haney has only fueled Lopez’s frustration. “I had to air it out today,” Lopez said. “They wasted my time too many times. It’s just crazy how the media, bots, and clickbait control the boxing world.” Lopez’s growing impatience is clear, and he’s ready to move forward with anyone willing to fight.
Ryan Garcia Response
Lopez also addressed Ryan Garcia, who has expressed interest in fighting him. While Garcia currently has no scheduled fight, Lopez remains open to the idea but insists that the terms must be right. “Ryan doesn’t have a fight right now, so I’ll see if I can call Oscar [De La Hoya] to discuss it,” Lopez said. However, Lopez made it clear that the fight can’t just be about wishful thinking. “It has to make sense. We need something that will make people interested,” he said, suggesting that a 55/45 pay-per-view split would be a fair deal considering his position as the reigning WBO World Champion and Ring Magazine champion.
Calling Out Terence Crawford
Lopez didn’t hold back when discussing the possibility of a future fight with Terence Crawford. Lopez called out the welterweight champion, urging him to step up. “Crawford, stop being a [expletive], yo. Let’s fight at 154 pounds,” Lopez said. “I’m already at 155. Come on, take care of this young kid.” Lopez’s bold call to action has intensified the rivalry between the two, with fans eagerly anticipating any potential match-up.
Looking Ahead to 2025
Lopez is gearing up for big things in 2025. With training camps going well under the guidance of Eddie Reynoso and his father, Lopez is eager to step back into the ring early in the new year. “I can’t wait to fight in 2025. The training has been going great, and we’re looking forward to what’s next,” Lopez said.
With his sights set on some of the biggest names in boxing, Tío Fimo Lopez continues to make waves, challenging top fighters and demanding the respect he believes he deserves. “Stop ducking Tío Fimo,” he said. “I always fight the best. Let’s go, man. Bless up.”
The stage is set for what could be an exciting year for Lopez as he looks to continue making his mark in the boxing world.