By: Nii Otoe Bruce-Tagoe
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Accra-born Ghanaian boxing talent Theophilus “Lopez” Allotey has made yet another marked advance in his burgeoning career, securing a position at No. 3 in the latest International Boxing Federation (IBF) Intercontinental Junior Bantamweight rankings an endorsement of his talent and rising international profile.

At 23 years old, Allotey has steadily built a reputation for his speed, ring intelligence, and unrelenting ambition. Fighting out of Ghana, he has moved from local promise to continental standout, capturing regional titles and earning the attention of boxing authorities worldwide. Recent ranking changes show his ascent into the upper tiers of global sanctioning-body listings, reflecting his momentum and serious intent.

“This ranking is not where I stay — it’s where I begin,” Allotey said after the announcement. “I fight for Ghana, I fight for greatness, and now the world is watching.”

His training camp, led by top Ghanaian coaches, emphasises disciplined preparation and consistent progression. According to sources, the team is already working to convert this ranking into an international title opportunity in the near future.

In addition to his ranking jump, Allotey is slated for a major fight on 20 December 2025, a bout that could further strengthen his standing and position him for a world-title eliminator. With the cards stacked in his favour, this December showdown has the potential to be a career-defining moment.

As he moves up to No. 3 in the IBF Intercontinental list, Lopez stands at a crossroads of ambition and opportunity. The goal is clear: climb from regional champion to world contender, and eventually claim global honours for Ghana.

Stay tuned, the December fight could mark the closing of one chapter and the opening of another, as Allotey edges closer to the world stage.