Oscar De La Hoya, the mastermind behind Golden Boy Promotions, is setting the stage for what could be boxing’s biggest event on Super Bowl weekend next February. De La Hoya envisions a card that would see Ryan Garcia challenging the WBO light welterweight champ, Teofimo Lopez, and another enticing match-up between Shakur Stevenson and William Zepeda.
However, the grand event comes with its set of challenges. The inclusion of Shakur Stevenson, with his potentially high price tag especially if he clinches the vacant WBC lightweight title against Edwin De Los Santos, could be a hurdle. Moreover, Stevenson’s aspiration to headline the event could pose another negotiation point, given his competitive stature against the more popular Teofimo-Ryan fight.
Prominent boxing journalist Dan Rafael has shed light on the complexities involved in bringing this vision to life, especially with the various networks and affiliations. De La Hoya, however, remains optimistic, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and synergy between different promotions to craft such high-profile events.
While the boxing community waits with bated breath, the stakes are high. If De La Hoya’s vision comes to fruition, it could redefine boxing’s status in the sports world, especially when aligned with the grandeur of Super Bowl weekend. Whether it will materialize as envisioned remains the million-dollar question.
Image Credit: DAZN