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Shakur Stevenson vs Teofimo Lopez: Start Time, Undercard and How to Watch the Fight
Stevenson bids to become a four-weight world champion, moving up to challenge the controversial Lopez.
Alex Pattle, Combat Sports Editor
Thursday 29 January 2026 16:27 GMT
Conor Benn vs Shakur Stevenson: A Potential Super Fight in 2026
Teofimo Lopez will take on Shakur Stevenson in a monumental fight this weekend, arguably one of the most significant clashes that American boxing has delivered in recent memory. This bout represents a pivotal moment for both athletes as they seek to cement their legacies in the sport.
Lopez and Stevenson, both aged 28, are widely regarded as two of the most exceptionally talented fighters on the global stage. However, their careers have been marked by periods of frustration for fans, albeit for distinctly different reasons. Lopez, who enters this contest as the defending WBO super-lightweight champion, has garnered attention for numerous controversial statements in recent years and has faced challenges in maintaining peak performance consistently.
Despite these issues, Lopez remains a formidable two-weight world champion with an impressive resume. His notable victories include triumphs over elite competitors such as Vasiliy Lomachenko and Josh Taylor, and he has suffered only a single defeat throughout his professional career.
Meanwhile, Stevenson is pursuing an extraordinary achievement as he aims to become a four-weight world champion by challenging his compatriot. He has previously held titles at featherweight, super-featherweight, and lightweight, demonstrating remarkable versatility across weight divisions. The unbeaten star, however, is still searching for that career-defining victory against a marquee opponent to validate his immense potential.
Stevenson has showcased his extraordinary skills in sporadic flashes rather than through sustained dominance, leading some observers to draw parallels with Lopez's inconsistent performances. As these two American boxers prepare to collide in the legendary setting of New York City's Madison Square Garden, this encounter presents a golden opportunity for one of them to transcend criticism and reshape their professional reputation.
When Is the Fight?
Lopez versus Stevenson is scheduled for Saturday 31 January at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York City. The main card is set to commence at 11pm GMT, which corresponds to 3pm Pacific Time, 5pm Central Time, and 6pm Eastern Time. The highly anticipated ring walks for the main event are expected at approximately 3.45am GMT on Sunday, equivalent to 7.45pm PT, 9.45pm CT, and 10.45pm ET on Saturday evening.
How Can I Watch It?
The event will be broadcast live exclusively through DAZN pay-per-view in the United Kingdom, the United States, and worldwide. UK viewers can access the fight for £24.99, while US audiences will pay $69.99. International customers will be charged the equivalent of $19.99 in their local currency. Purchasing the pay-per-view includes a complimentary seven-day trial of DAZN's streaming service.
Odds
- Lopez – 12/5
- Stevenson – 3/10
- Draw – 16/1
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Fight Card in Full
Subject to potential changes; 'C' denotes champion
- Teofimo Lopez (C) vs Shakur Stevenson (WBO super-lightweight title)
- Keyshawn Davis vs Jamaine Ortiz (super-lightweight)
- Bruce "Shu Shu" Carrington vs Carlos Castro (vacant WBC featherweight title)
- Carlos Adames (C) vs Austin "Ammo" Williams (WBC middleweight title)
- Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller vs Kingsley Ibeh (heavyweight)
- Ziyad Al Maayouf vs Kevin Castillo (welterweight)
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