Luis Alberto Perez vs Reiya Abe Fight - Date, Start time, Card, How to Watch

Mexicali’s Alberto Luis Lopez is set to defend his IBF World Featherweight Title against the formidable contender Reiya Abe at the Turning Stone Resort & Casino in Verona on March 2, 2024. Fresh off victories that cemented his place as a featherweight titan, Lopez aims to dazzle yet again by taking on Abe, who's riding a wave of momentum after dominating former champion Kiko Martinez. Unwrap the full story of this explosive matchup and find out why it's more than just another fight night.

A key figure behind Lopez's preparations is Hector Fernandez de Cordova, his trainer. They have set their eyes beyond just this fight. Lopez himself shared, "Focused on Abe, then would love to fight Divino and unify titles." This indicates plans for a future bout against Rafael Divino Espinoza, the WBO featherweight champion.

Reiya Abe brings a unique style as a strong southpaw, possessing length and what's often described as a huge heart. Commenting on his opponent, Lopez highlighted the underestimated potential of Abe stating that "Everyone has overlooked Abe."

Considering strategy and mindset going into this fight, there are quotes capturing the essence of their focus: "Fully concentrating on Abe and won't make the same mistake [as Ramirez]."

Moreover, respecting the fighting spirit characteristic of Japanese fighters, they anticipate "an all-out war."

What time is Luis Alberto Lopez vs Reiya Abe fight

Live coverage for the Luis Alberto Lopez vs Reiya Abe main card will start at 05:20 PM EST on ESPN+, Sky Sports, Sky GO, TSN+, and ESPN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Main Event Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, March 2, 2024	05:20 PM	10:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, March 2, 2024	02:20 PM	07:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, March 2, 2024	09:20 PM	02:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, March 3, 2024	08:20 AM	01:00 PM

The fight features Alberto Luis Lopez defending his IBF World Featherweight title against Abe, the IBF No. 1 contender.

Being the main event, the exact start time will depend on the preliminary bouts' length. Keep an eye on the official announcements for the specific start time as we get closer to fight day.

Fighters Details

Luis Alberto Lopez faces Reiya Abe in a bout for the IBF World Feather title.

Luis Alberto Lopez

• Nationality: Mexico
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 163cm
• Reach: 169cm
• Total Fights: 31
• Record: 29 / 2 / 0

Lopez turned pro in 2015 and boasts a record of 29 wins with 16 by knockout, demonstrating his power. With the IBF World Feather title under his belt and a history of significant victories, going into this fight against Abe, who has a lower KO rate, his experience and power make him a formidable opponent.

Reiya Abe

• Nationality: Japan
• Stance: Southpaw
• Height: 172cm
• Total Fights: 29
• Record: 25 / 3 / 1

Abe began his professional career in 2013 and holds 25 wins, showing skill and tenacity in the featherweight division. Despite having fewer knockouts, his southpaw stance could present unique challenges for Lopez. With recent fights highlighting his persistence, Abe's strategic approach might contrast interestingly against Lopez’s aggression.

How and where to watch the Luis Alberto Lopez vs Reiya Abe Fight

You can watch Luis Alberto Lopez vs Reiya Abe fight via ESPN+, Sky Sports, Sky GO, TSN+, or ESPN.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN+, ESPN
Canada	TSN+
UK and Ireland	Sky Sports, Sky GO

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