It could be a done deal, with Loma vs Shakur, but unfortunately Shakur is thinking of not re-signing his contract with Top Rank which is up to July 6. But Top Rank can still hostage Shakur, they can say to him sign with us again and we will guarantee a fight with Loma.
And that's why it might be Tank first if Shakur doesn't want to extend his contract with Bob Arum and Top Rank.
I think it will still be good for Loma's legacy to fight Tank Davis first. Will not change a thing and then if Shakur still wants a piece of Loma then maybe he will be next or Bob Arum skipping him totally.
There is also the vacant WBO championship that can be included for Shakur and Loma's next fight. This will certainly be very thrilling again for lightweight boxing. My only wish as a fan is King Ry can still make this weight and fight for the vacant lightweight WBO championship vs. someone with no name and be included in the list of the kings of lightweight hehehehe. However, it appears we will never witness this anymore after his victory vs. Haney.
Unfortunately, Ryan really outgrew the 135 lbs very quick, he could have stayed if he wants, but obviously his performance are going to suffer if he chooses to stay. Just like what Teo did when he lost to Kambosos, he just decided to move up to 140 lbs and then take that L. Now he is the linear champion at Jr. Welterweight and the WBO champion.
So good decision by Ryan and if they could only make the 140 lbs, he could have been the champion today but he has a lot of controversy to face now about the Peds allegation.
But Loma, he has two targets: Gervonta "Tank" Davis, and Shakur Stevenson.