Dan Rafael ‏@danrafaelespn Looks like Mikey Garcia's 1st 126 defense will be vs. ex-titlist Juan Manuel Lopez in Puerto Rico in May.
Juanma is making a mistake here he needs a few more tune ups.....and i thought he was fighting at 130 from now on?? WTF! horrible news is he fighting just for money already? Hope it falls through
He could probably make a decent purse off a domestic clash in Bayamon with girly countryman Orlando Cruz, without fear of getting KTFO and with a decent chance at grabbing a minor title (WBO Latino) allowing him to maintain a high WBO ranking and bide his time until Garcia moves up in weight. :yep Nobody can say he's only thinking about making a buck and playing it safe. Taking on Garcia is brave, and stupid.
you one scared boricua aren't you lol this ***** should either fight the best or retire, he ain't getting any younger or talented bro, he is what he is right now.
Very bad choices here... First, going back to 126lbs...wasn't he struggling to make weight? and Two, against Mikey Garcia, who would put on a very bad beating on JuanMa?? Things aren't looking too good for Lopez here.
I hope for JuanMa's sake Mikey puts his lights out quick, otherwise JuanMa could really get hurt here.