Jack Catterall Pressures Teofimo Lopez Over Mandatory Fight

Menu Results Schedule Rankings Videos Tickets Forum Contact Us Menu Rankings Schedule Results Boxing Live Jack Catterall Pressures Teofimo Lopez Over Mandatory Fight Google News Preferred Source By Boxing News 24 Desk - 10/05/2026 - Comments Jack Catterall is keeping his claim on Teofimo Lopez’s next fight visible while a potential Ryan Garcia matchup attracts attention. Catterall tagged Lopez on X with an eyes emoji and a staring-eyes GIF, a brief reminder that the ordered defense remains unresolved.

The WBA ordered the welterweight champions Teofimo and Catterall to negotiate in September, giving them until October 22 to reach an agreement before possible purse bids. Catterall holds the organization’s regular title, while Teofimo holds its super championship.

Catterall has earned his shot and has little reason to wait while Teofimo pursues Ryan. Agreeing to another delay would let the champion dictate when—or whether—he gets that opportunity. His public reminder keeps pressure on Teofimo to address the ordered defense