Lopez was a champion at this weight. He notched some good wins Lockridge, Molina, Paez. Tony could be outboxed thought Molina and Brian Mitchell. Lopez had good power, durable, fight strong for 12 rounds if necessary. Grove won his title at 126 but later found 130 to be a good weight for him. He appeared more sturdy. IMO he beat Azumah Nelson and he knocked out Jeff Fenech. Who takes this Tony the Tiger or the Coatesville Flash?
I liked Calvin Grove alot and was a big fan. Quick and mobile and always came to fight. But his durability let him down from time to time. And Lopez especially in his prime could be relentless with his pressure. I see Grove having great moments and out boxing Lopez but Lopez turning it up and stopping him say round 11.
Lopez had some crafty ways to get off his right hand. He could try to time Grove. Otherwise I think Grove may be to quick here. Not sure what Tony could do that Nelson didnt..
