Vasiliy Lomachenko stops George Kambosos Jr to win IBF lightweight title in Perth | Boxing News
A dominant Vasiliy Lomachenko stopped George Kambosos Jr in the 11th spherical to win the IBF lightweight title in Perth, returning after a yr out to grow to be a four-time world champion throughout three completely different weight lessons.
The Ukrainian proved the superior fighter by way of 10 rounds earlier than dropping Kambosos early in the 11th. Though the Australian beat the depend, Lomachenko unleashed a flurry of punches to seal his victory in entrance of 14,000-plus followers on the RAC Arena, with Kambosos’ nook throwing in the towel.
“My plan was to adjust to my opponent,” Lomachenko, who’s in the twilight of his profession, stated after the combat.
“This is what I did in the combat. Toward the top of the rounds I wanted to end sturdy. In the final three rounds, I used to be attempting to discover his physique.
“We trained hard for this moment. I want to thank my opponent. He is a strong man and a true warrior.”
Lomachenko was in cost proper from the go, and his technical superiority was evident as he managed the gap and struck with neat combos.
The 36-year-old landed a sickening left hook in the eighth spherical that left Kambosos with blood streaming from close to his proper eye.
Kambosos doffed his hat to his opponent.
“He’s one of the best fighters in history,” the 30-year-old stated. “I’m not ashamed. I wished to end the combat on the ft, I actually did.
Kambosos paid tribute to his Ukrainian opponent afterwards (Mikey Williams/Top Rank)
“He’s a real champion. He’s a legend of the game. I give him the utmost respect. We knew what we’re developing in opposition to, and I attempted my finest. But it wasn’t sufficient at this time.
“There’s no disgrace in shedding to a person like Lomachenko.”
Davis subsequent for Lomachenko? “I’ve by no means run from anybody”
Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis, who defends his WBA lightweight title in opposition to Frank Martin subsequent month, posted on social media: ‘Lomachenko is subsequent’.
Asked ringside whether or not a unification combat with Davis may very well be his subsequent combat, Lomachenko stated: “During my boxing profession, I by no means run..I all the time take the fights.
“Right now, I want to come back to my home, spend time with my family and after then I rest a little bit we can talk about future”
Lomachenko backs compatriot Usyk to beat Fury
At his post-fight press convention after victory vs Kambosos, Lomachenko was requested for his predictions forward of fellow Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk taking up Tyson Fury subsequent Saturday, stay on Sky Sports Box Office.
“My opinion is I am with my friend and with my brother Oleksandr Usyk, and of course I wish him to win this fight,” Lomachenko stated.
“The finest man will win this combat. This is a really, very historic second for boxing, for individuals round boxing and, in fact, for our Ukraine it is a vital combat.
“I will likely be praying for Oleksandr and I hope one of the best man wins.”
It’s one of many largest sporting occasions in a era. Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk collide for the undisputed world heavyweight championship on Saturday May 18, stay on Sky Sports Box Office. Book the fight now.
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