The world desperately awaits Errol Spence Jr.’s return to the squared circle. Once considered the hottest star in boxing, The Truth has been sidelined for over a year since his defeat to Terence Crawford. It has been a grueling path for Spence and despite constant chatter of a return, there’s been no fight.
Then came the retirement rumors that Spence quashed subsequently, yet questions about his comeback lingered. Finally, after months of uncertainty, the Texan can hope. Oscar De La Hoya has stepped up, offering a perfect stage for Spence to return to the squared circle.
Errol Spence Jr.’s dream return
Vergil Ortiz Jr. is undoubtedly De La Hoya’s biggest asset at the moment. The undefeated welterweight, fresh off an impressive victory over Israil Madrimov is ready to elevate his career. However, after two back-to-back fights, the Golden Boy wants his fighter to slow down a bit.
In a recent interview with FightHype TV, the 52-year-old promoter claimed that he plans on having a homecoming fight for Oritz at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. “Vergil is coming off two tough fights which can be tough on the body as well and tough on the mind. I’m thinking about doing a homecoming party for him in Dallas and fight a top 10 guy. Then go after Fundora and then go after Crawford after he comes back down to 154 after he fights Canelo at 168,” stated De La Hoya.
The promoter’s worry for his fighter is valid as these fights are intense. However, this predicament has provided a golden opportunity for Errol Spence Jr., as De La Hoya wants him to be Ortiz’s opponent. Not only that, the promoter promises good pay if the fight is secured. “There’s a lot of options out there for Vergil. I’m excited. Imagine if we can put together a Vergil-Spence fight at Dallas Stadium at the Cowboys Stadium. That would sell out the place. I think that’s something to consider as well,” he stated.
The decision entirely lies on Spence as this fight can truly serve as a perfect comeback opportunity. A sold-out fight against one of the hottest stars in welterweight, followed by a title fight against a rival that he has desired for a long time.
A title fight is still open
Last year, a rumored Sebastian Fundora vs Errol Spence‘s fight completely overtook the narrative. It fight not only intrigued the fans but promised to be a hard-hitting affair that everyone desired. But, as WBO refused to sanction the anticipated title fight, it was shelved. The whole predicament left The Towering Inferno out of action for almost a year after winning his WBO title.
Despite these circumstances, it looks like Fundora is ready to put aside every issue for a dance against Spence. In a recent interview with Boxing Scene, he claimed, “Of course I want that fight,” showing his excitement over the possible bout. He was not able to hide his disappointment at everything that conspired in the last few months. “It’s a big fight; it’s a big, big fight, but of course, it didn’t happen,” sighed Fundora.
After the disappointment, the unified super welterweight champion successfully defended his title against Chordale Booker on March 22 via a 4th-round TKO. Following the impressive victory, he would most likely take on WBO’s number-one ranked Xander Zayas.
While there are lots of variables, if everything falls in place, we might see a Fundora-Spence clash in either late 2025 or early 2026. However, everything depends on how Errol Spence Jr. is feeling at the moment and when he will come back. Till then, all these plans are just pipe dreams. What are your views on Oscar De La Hoya‘s plan? Let us know your thoughts down below.
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