Michael Conlan to challenge IBF champion Luis Alberto Lopez in Belfast

TITLE BID: Michael Conlan will attempt to become a world champion at the second attempt in May. Pic: Zac Goodwin/PA

Michael Conlan will attempt to win a world featherweight title at the second attempt when he challenges IBF champion Luis Alberto Lopez on May 27 in Belfast.

Conlan has rebounded with two wins since a dramatic 12th-round stoppage loss by then WBA titlist Leigh Wood last March, a fight where he was leading on all three scorecards before the final three minutes.