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Teofimo Lopez called out to defend world title on Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua card

has been offered a slot on the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua card, which is set to take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on December 11. ‘The Takeover’ comes off a majority decision victory over Rolando Romero, who he dethroned…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 3:01 AM
Teofimo Lopez called out to defend world title on Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua card
Key Things to Know
  • Jack Catterall called out Teofimo Lopez to fight on the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua undercard on December 11.
  • The WBA has ordered Lopez to make a mandatory welterweight title defense against Catterall.
  • Both camps have until October 22 to reach a deal before a purse bid is ordered.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jack Catterall has called out Teofimo Lopez to defend his WBA welterweight world title on the undercard of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua event. The card is scheduled to take place on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. The WBA ordered Lopez to face Catterall, giving both sides until October 22 to finalize an agreement before a purse bid hearing is called.

Lopez recently earned a majority decision win against Rolando Romero to claim the title, though journalist Dan Rafael reported that Lopez is considering vacating the belt for other opportunities. Catterall offered to fight in Cardiff or travel to the United States for the matchup.

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