TEÓFIMO LOPEZ SIGNS EXCLUSIVE MULTI-FIGHT DEAL WITH DAZN
TEÓFIMO LOPEZ SIGNS EXCLUSIVE MULTI-FIGHT DEAL WITH DAZN
Two-Division World Champion Begins New Chapter at Welterweight Against WBA Champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero on August 22
Deal Further Strengthens DAZN’s Position as the Global Home of Boxing
NEW YORK — July, 20, 2026 — DAZN, the global home of boxing, announced today an exclusive multi-fight agreement with Teófimo Lopez’s Takeover Promotions LLC, which will see the two-division world champion fight exclusively on DAZN. The deal brings one of boxing’s most dynamic and recognizable stars to the platform for the next chapter of his career.
Lopez will make his debut under the new agreement on Saturday, August 22, when he moves up to 147 pounds to challenge WBA Welterweight World Champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The highly anticipated showdown will headline a PBC Pay-Per-View event available live on DAZN PPV ( included for DAZN Ultimate subscribers) and also available through Prime Video.
The multi-fight agreement provides Lopez with access to an expanded field of potential opponents across DAZN’s unmatched roster of fighters and leading promotional partners. With Matchroom Boxing, Golden Boy Promotions, Queensberry Promotions, Top Rank, BOXXER, Salita Promotions, MF Pro and now Premier Boxing Champions aligned with the platform, the partnership creates a wide range of opportunities for marquee matchups throughout the welterweight division and beyond.
“Teófimo Lopez is one of boxing’s most compelling talents, and we are excited to welcome him to DAZN through this exclusive multi-fight partnership,” said Britton Hardin, Head of Boxing, North America at DAZN. “Teófimo has built his career by embracing major challenges, and his move to welterweight opens the door to an entirely new series of meaningful fights. With the depth of talent and promotional partners now on DAZN, we can provide Teófimo with the platform, flexibility and opponents to continue building his legacy while delivering the matchups boxing fans want to see.”
The dynamic two-division world champion known as “The Takeover” has officially launched Takeover Promotions, LLC, marking a bold new chapter in his career and the boxing industry. Through the new promotional entity, Lopez aims to deliver high-stakes matchups that captivate global audiences while championing fighter empowerment and taking greater control over his career. The groundbreaking partnership with DAZN begins with his WBA welterweight world title challenge against Rolando “Rolly” Romero on August 22 in Las Vegas, where the former lightweight and junior welterweight world champion will make his welterweight debut and attempt to capture a world title in a third weight division.
“This is the beginning of a new era for The Takeover,” said Teófimo Lopez. “DAZN understands the vision I have for my career and gives me the opportunity to pursue the biggest fights against the best available opponents. It starts August 22 at 147 pounds. Rolly has the belt, and I’m coming to take it.”
Lopez has established himself as one of the sport’s most accomplished fighters, earning world championships at lightweight and junior welterweight while facing many of the most respected names of his generation. His August 22 appearance will mark his welterweight debut as he attempts to capture a world championship in a third weight division.
The announcement comes on the heels of DAZN’s landmark global partnership with Premier Boxing Champions, further expanding the platform’s U.S. boxing offering and bringing PBC’s premium fight nights to DAZN audiences worldwide.
Romero vs. Lopez will serve as one of the first major events under the PBC and DAZN partnership. Romero will defend his WBA Welterweight World Championship against Lopez in a high-stakes, all-American matchup between two fighters known for their explosive styles, outspoken personalities and willingness to embrace the biggest moments.
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