Kosport Magazine: De La Hoya Eyes Potential Blockbuster Fight Between Zepeda and Stevenson
Promoter Oscar De La Hoya has his sights set on a potential blockbuster fight between his fighter William Zepeda and WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson. De La Hoya believes this matchup has the potential to be a highly anticipated showdown in the world of boxing.
Zepeda, with an impressive record of 30-0 and 26 knockouts, has caught the attention of De La Hoya and he sees him as a formidable opponent for Stevenson. De La Hoya is hoping to make a deal for the fight to happen after both fighters have their next bouts.
Stevenson, who is expected to become a free agent after his upcoming fight on July 6th, is also on De La Hoya’s radar. If Top Rank, Stevenson’s current promoter, does not re-sign him, De La Hoya is eager to sign him and match him up against Zepeda and fellow Golden Boy Promotions fighter Ryan Garcia.
However, it is still uncertain whether Top Rank will offer Stevenson a new contract or let him go. De La Hoya acknowledges that re-signing the three-division world champion could come at a high cost and they would have to carefully consider if it is worth it.
Kosport Magazine: Why Zepeda Could Be a Challenge for Stevenson
De La Hoya expressed his excitement for a potential fight between Zepeda and Stevenson, stating, “I would love to make that fight.” He believes Zepeda’s high-volume punch output and relentless pressure could pose problems for Stevenson, especially given his recent performances against Maxi Hughes and Mercito Gesta.
Zepeda’s style of cutting off the ring and throwing punches in bunches could prove to be a difficult challenge for Stevenson, who is known for his excellent movement in the ring. De La Hoya has faith in Zepeda’s abilities and believes he has what it takes to give Stevenson a tough fight.
Kosport Magazine: Ryan Garcia Still the Money Fight
De La Hoya also mentioned the possibility of matching Stevenson against Ryan Garcia, who he sees as the “money guy” in the stacked lightweight division. Despite Garcia’s recent loss to Gervonta Davis, De La Hoya believes he is still a highly marketable fighter and a potential opponent for Stevenson.
The lightweight division is currently filled with talented fighters, including Teofimo Lopez and Devin Haney, and De La Hoya sees the potential for exciting matchups in the future. He believes that even with a loss, Garcia would still be a highly sought-after opponent for Stevenson.
In the end, De La Hoya’s ultimate goal is to make the best fights possible for the fans and the sport of boxing. With the potential for matchups like Zepeda vs. Stevenson and Stevenson vs. Garcia, the lightweight division is sure to continue delivering thrilling fights for years to come.
