Lomachenko began to hurt Russell Jr. more in the later rounds with power shots. With Richard Commey and Isa Chaniev set to fight for the vacant IBF lightweight title, it was highly likely that the winner would fight Lomachenko in what would be Lomachenko's second unification fight. [112] It was later revealed that earlier in the bout against Linares, Lomachenko suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder. I just didn't know which one." The loss snapped Linares' 13-fight win streak. He is known for his exceptional hand speed, timing, accuracy, creativity, athleticism, defense and footwork. VASYL LOMACHENKO vows to keep his “dream” of unifying the lightweight division alive - ahead of title defence against Anthony Crolla. [132] At first glance, Lomachenko, and even the crowd, thought it looked as if Reiss had stopped the fight, causing Lomachenko to celebrate by jumping on the corner ropes. Mike Tyson took notice.. He wakes up at 4.45am to go for a run before going back to bed. [119], For the first time as a professional, Lomachenko unified in a weight division as he beat Pedraza via unanimous decision to retain his WBA (Super) title and claim Pedraza's WBO lightweight title, before a sellout crowd of 5,312. While none were able to claim the majority vote, Lomachenko won a plurality, having led the poll with nearly one-third of the total votes cast. Furthermore, as Lomachenko said, Lopez has unfinished business in the lightweight division. READ: Vasyl Lomachenko Accuses Ryan Garcia of Lying- Threatens to Post Sparring Videos [83] It was since confirmed that the fight would in fact be at the Theater, headlining an ESPN televised card. Leonardo Carvalho is a Boxing Writer for EssentiallySports. "[55] Lomachenko was paid $850,000 for the bout, at the time a career-high purse. 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Vasyl Lomachenko says he is unsure on what his future in boxing holds if he wins all four lightweight world titles. Lomachenko won a unanimous decision with the scores of 120–107 on all three of the judges' scorecards. I'm gonna come back because that's what I do. He beat his five opponents by an astonishing 45 point margin, outscoring them 58–13, en route to his first gold medal at the senior level. Teofimo Lopez shocked Vasyl Lomachenko to unify the IBF, WBA, WBO and WBC lightweight titles behind closed doors in Las Vegas. Therefore, fans will agree with the Ukrainian and hope that the 23-year-old stays at 135 for now. The fight took place in front of 7,323 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas on 1 March 2014. OXNARD, CA – APRIL 24: Vasyl Lomachenko works out during a media workout on April 24, 2018 in Oxnard, California. In the middle of the round, Lomachenko shook Pedraza following a left hand, which eventually followed with a right hand to the body, dropping Pedraza. Martinez was coming off a draw against Orlando Salido in September 2015, after he controversially defeated him in their first fight in April 2015 for the WBO title. Teofimo Lopez shocked Vasyl Lomachenko with a unanimous points victory in Las Vegas in October. The loss also marked the first time Rigondeaux had lost since 2003, when he was still an amateur. [67], Sosa was the most successful opponent Lomachenko had fought since Salido in terms of landing punches. In Glory promotion, a lightweight division is up to 70 kg (154 lb). Lomachenko is married to Elena, and they have two children. Vasyl Lomachenko, Ukraine’s prominent professional boxer became the new holder of the champion’s belt in the WBA lightweight division. Speaking of the knockout punch, Linares said it was 'perfectly landed.' Full Spectrum Services LLP © 2021 | All Rights Reserved, Vasyl Lomachenko voiced his opinion on Teofimo Lopez’s desire to move up in weight. 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