Teofimo Lopez and Arnold Barboza Jr. gear up for their upcoming bout at Times Square, New York. Eyeing the WBO World Super Lightweight Title, these fighters bring distinct styles and records to the ring under the bright lights of New York.
Lopez has tasted the highs and low of boxing with his 21-1 record. Known as "The Takeover," Lopez's pro journey began with a climb that included winning a lightweight title against bigger names like Vasyl Lomachenko, though his recent loss to George Kambosos tested him. Barboza boasts an undefeated 32-0 standing since turning pro in 2013, steadily climbing with decisive victories but lacks high-profile opponents seen in Lopez's career.
What time is Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. fight
Live coverage for the Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. main card will start at 07:00 PM EST on DAZN PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Friday, May 2, 2025 | 07:00 PM | 07:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Friday, May 2, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Friday, May 2, 2025 | 11:00 PM | 11:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM | 10:20 AM |
The boxing event will take place on May 2, 2025, at Times Square in New York, New York. The main card starts at 07:20 PM EST. Teofimo Lopez will face Arnold Barboza Jr. in a 10-round bout for the WBO World Super Lightweight Title. This fight is part of the undercard. The main event features Ryan Garcia against Rolando Romero.
The ring walk times may change depending on how long the earlier fights last. Viewers should check local listings for exact start times in their country.
Fighters Details
Teofimo Lopez will face Arnold Barboza Jr. for the WBO World Super Lightweight Title over a ten-round bout.
Teofimo Lopez
- Nationality: New York
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 173 cm
- Reach: 173 cm
- Total Fights: 22
- Record: 21 / 1 / 0
Teofimo Lopez, with a professional record of 21 wins and 1 loss, brings significant experience from New York and fights in the super lightweight division. Despite having no knockout wins listed, his impressive win-loss ratio suggests skillful maneuvering in the ring. He returns to defend his position after past challenges that show he endures through tough matchups against skillful opponents.
Arnold Barboza Jr.
- Nationality: California
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 175 cm
- Reach: 175 cm
- Total Fights: 32
- Record: 32 / 0 / 0
Arnold Barboza Jr., undefeated with 32 wins, also competes in the super lightweight class from California. His clean record reflects consistent performance without any losses or draws. Barboza's unbeaten streak signifies he poses a serious challenge to any adversary, including an experienced fighter like Lopez.
Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. Betting Odds
- Favorite: Teofimo Lopez : 1.4 (-225)
- Underdog: Arnold Barboza Jr : 3.0 (+195)
| Method of victory | Teofimo Lopez | Arnold Barboza Jr |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 4.9 (+390) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.8 (-120) | 3.8 (+280) |
How and where to watch the Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. Fight
You can watch Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. via DAZN.
| Country | Price per month | Price per year | PPV Price |
| Canada | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 | - |
| UK and Ireland | First month free, then £24.99/mo or £14.99/mo with annual subscription. | £179.88 | - |
| Australia | $13.99 per month | - | - |
| USA | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 | - |
Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr. Fight Card
- Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero
- Devin Haney vs Jose Ramirez
- Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr.
- Reito Tsutsumi vs Levale Whittington
