Teofimo Lopez has expressed approval for Ryan Garcia’s choice to forego a fight with Devin Haney and instead target Rolando “Rolly” Romero. This strategic move, deemed the “Mayweather effect,” is seen as a wise decision by Teofimo.
Lopez believes it is a shrewd business move for Garcia to pursue a world title against WBA light welterweight champion Lowry in his next bout, as it offers potential for significant earnings and elevates Garcia’s profile.
“That’s the Mayweather effect. It’s a smart move. He needs to carry the belt because the belt is important in terms of the percentages we get,” Teofimo said in a fight hype reaction to Ryan Garcia’s statement indicating his desire to face Lowry instead of Haney.
Positives for Ryan fighting Rory:
1. increased earnings
2. enhanced promotional appeal
3. acquisition of the belt
4. augmented recognition
Teofimo believes that Garcia stands a better chance of securing a world title victory against Lowry as opposed to facing Haney, who employs a more defensive and evasive fighting style.
Moreover, Garcia would face a significant disadvantage in weight if he were to fight Haney, who is a true junior middleweight [154-pounder].
It is unlikely that Haney would agree to a weight stipulation for a fight with Garcia, thus eliminating the possibility of a bout between evenly matched opponents.
Some fans speculate that Haney views himself as the superior fighter when matched against Garcia or Gervonta Davis, a perception that may not align with reality.
Negative aspects of fighting Haney
1. substantial weight difference
2. potential defeat
3. need to generate significant interest independently, as Haney’s drawing power is limited.
Haney’s weight in his most recent fight against Regis Prograis was 165 pounds, indicating that he may be better suited for the 135-pound weight class, and his dominance in the 140-pound division may be attributed to his size advantage.
