Vasiliy Lomachenko vs George Kambosos, both weighing in at 135 pounds and seasoned climbers of the boxing mountain, converge in an electrifying showdown vying for the vacant IBF lightweight world championship.
Watch: Lomachenko vs Kambosos Jr. Full Fight Fight (Anywhere)
Lomachenko (17-3, 11 KOs) returns to the ring for the first time since a contentious bout against Devin Haney in May 2023. Meanwhile, Kambosos (21-2, 10 KOs), holding the IBO lightweight title, aims to extend his victorious streak following a rebound from consecutive losses to Haney in 2022, clinching a majority decision over Maxi Hughes in July 2023.
Loma vs Kambosos Fight Details
- Date: May 11, 2024
- Location: RAC Arena, Perth, Australia
- Start time: 10 p.m. ET
- Streaming on: ESPN, ESPN+
- Live from anywhere: FitePass PPV
Following Kambosos’ surprising victory over Teofimo Lopez in November 2021, becoming the unified lightweight champion, anticipation grew for his inaugural title defense against former multi-division champion Vasiliy Lomachenko.
Watch: Lomachenko vs Kambosos Jr. Full Fight Fight (Anywhere)
However, geopolitical turmoil stemming from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine prevented Lomachenko from accepting the bout, leading to Kambosos’ subsequent loss of his titles to Haney. Now, on Saturday night, Kambosos and Lomachenko will finally collide, competing for the vacant IBF lightweight championship.
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Watch: Lomachenko vs Kambosos Jr. Full Fight Fight (Anywhere)
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Main Event Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (ET) | Saturday, May 11 | 10 p.m. ET | 12 a.m. ET |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 11 | 7 p.m. PT | 9 p.m. PT |
| UK and Ireland | Sunday, May 12 | 3 a.m. GMT | 5 a.m. GMT |
| Australia | Sunday, May 12 | 12 p.m. AEST | 2 p.m. AEST |
| India | Sunday, May 12 | 7:30 a.m. IST | 9:30 a.m. IST |
Vasiliy Lomachenko career record and bio
Vasiliy Lomachenko, alternatively spelled Vasyl Lomachenko, is a prominent Ukrainian professional boxer. Throughout his career, he has secured numerous world championships across three weight divisions, ranging from featherweight to lightweight. Notably, Lomachenko boasts unified and lineal titles in the lightweight category.
- Nationality: Ukrainian
- Born: February 17, 1988
- Height: 5’7″ (170cm)
- Reach: 65 1/2 inches (166cm)
- Total fights: 20
- Record: 17-3 with 11 wins via knockout
George Kambosos career record and bio
George Kambosos, an Australian professional boxer, clinched the WBA, IBF, WBO, and The Ring lightweight titles during his reign from 2021 to 2022. Presently, he holds the esteemed position of the IBO lightweight world champion.
- Nationality: Australian
- Born: June 14, 1993
- Height: 5’9″ (175cm)
- Reach: 68 inches (173cm)
- Total fights: 22
- Record: 21-2 with 10 wins via knockout
Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. George Kambosos fight card
- Vasiliy Lomachencko vs. George Kambosos: IBF lightweight title
- Andrew Moloney vs. Pedro Guevara: WBC super flyweight title
- Nina Hughes vs. Cherneka Johnson: WBA bantamweight title
- Imam Khataev vs. Ricards Bolotniks: light heavyweight
- Faiga Opelu vs. Joe Goodall: heavyweight
- Lucas Browne vs. Hemi Ahio: heavyweight
*Fights to take place following the main event
Fight Prediction
Kambosos deserves immense respect for his remarkable journey, ascending to the summit of the pay-per-view boxing world as the unified lightweight champion and earning the privilege of fighting on home turf against elite opponents. Despite lacking standout attributes in power, speed, or tactical finesse, Kambosos’ indomitable spirit has propelled him to unprecedented heights in the sport.
However, against a seasoned maestro like Lomachenko, mere self-belief may not suffice. Kambosos’s best chance lies in exploiting Lomachenko’s age and wear and tear on his body, coupled with Lomachenko’s tendency for slow starts, presenting a narrow window for another upset victory.
Yet, Lomachenko remains a formidable force. His recent performance against Haney showcased his enduring prowess, despite doubts arising from Haney’s subsequent defeat. It’s a testament to Lomachenko’s enduring skill and resilience, suggesting that he may still prove too formidable for Kambosos to overcome.
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