"When I fought in my natural weight classes it was easy for me. Vasiliy Lomachenko has claimed “it was easy” to win fights in his natural weight class – so he stepped up to face “bigger” opponents like Luke Campbell. It is harder. “My father told me, ‘You need to go to the body.’” – @VasylLomachenko pic.twitter.com/9LldhZqQra. But in the 10th round, a perfectly timed liver shot finished things off. Vasiliy Lomachenko has claimed “it was easy” to win fights in his natural weight class – so he stepped up to face “bigger” opponents like Luke Campbell. Linares came back strong in the ninth. Height in Feet: 5’ 7” Height in Centimeters: 170 cm Weight in Kilogram: 60 kg Weight in Pounds: 132 pounds Reach: 65 in (166 cm) Feet/ Shoe Size: Unknown Vasyl Lomachenko Interesting Facts: "Guys are bigger than me, they have a bigger reach, they are [taller]. 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Book it via your Sky remote or book it online here. Updated: 2nd September 2019, 3:47 pm. Lomachenko said: “The lightweight weight-class is my maximum for now, and sometimes I don’t even think I belong here as the guys I am fighting are much bigger in size. It seems Lomachenko is chasing greatness with more fervor than any of his peers. Report: Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert Burns Off UFC 256 Card, UFC Heavyweight Sentenced To 22 Months In Jail, Irene Aldana Speaks On UFC Fight Island 4 Loss To Holly Holm, Colby Covington Says Jorge Masvidal Fight Is Massive PPV Draw, Regis Prograis: ‘I’ll Whip Adrien Broner’s Ass’, Bob Arum Lays Out His Offer To Jack Catterall, Dillian Whyte Reacts To Deontay Wilder Dropping Mark Breland, Eddie Hearn Weighs In On Possible Charlo vs. Andrade Fight, Report: Update On Two GLORY Kickboxing Events. Groves said about Lomachenko: "He will go down as one of the best to lace up gloves. Boxing Gervonta Davis has vacated his WBA super-featherweight title and is now moving up to lightweight, according to the sanctioning body’s latest rankings. Multi-weight class champion Vasyl Lomachenko said he dreams of fighting undefeated champ Floyd Mayweather. News, Senior Boxing Journalist @JamesDielhenn. "Of course I can't fight with Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez or Terence Crawford because these guys are bigger than me, much bigger," Lomachenko told Loma: Pound-4-Pound, available On Demand now. Linares, the bigger fighter, seemed to be in control of the second round, though he had to take note of Lomachenko’s speed and footwork. In just 12 pro bouts. But then in the sixth, Lomachenko walked right into a right hand from Linares and met the canvas. Boxing news: Gervonta Davis appears to vacate world title, moving up to Vasyl Lomachenko’s weight class. Watch Vasiliy Lomachenko vs Luke Campbell on Saturday, live on Sky Sports Box Office, from 6pm. Even if you aren't a Sky TV subscriber you can book and watch it here. Nate Diaz Allegedly Brawls with Team Alpha Male, Munguia Wins WBO Junior Middleweight Title, Sergey Lipinets vs. Kudratillo Abdukakhorov, Dignity Health Sports Arena - CaliforniaUS, Chael Sonnen Has Some Advice For Conor McGregor, Teofimo Lopez Responds To Egis Klimas: ‘Why Is He Speaking For Loma?’, Cyborg Plots Boxing Debut After Bellator 238, Andrade Signs With Extension With Matchroom. Linares continued to try and make himself busy in round three, while Lomachenko worked the body. It is also notable that, despite not fighting in the past month, Yuriorkis Gamboa has leapfrogged Rances Barthelemy and Robert Easter Jr up to #2. Linares was cut in the fifth and Lomachenko ended the round with a significant flurry of punches, and it seemed the defending champions’ reach and size advantages meant nothing. Is Floyd Mayweather Considering A Comeback? All content © Copyright MM - MMXIX FIGHT SPORTS. This puts him in prime position to challenge unified WBA, WBC and WBO lightweight champion Vasyl Lomachenko, who beat Luke Campbell on Saturday night, however there may be a less exciting fight in play. "Luke hits hard, maybe even harder than Lomachenko. But Luke has to deal with his speed, agility and angles. For Campbell, this is a test of his mental ability and stamina.". The WBA are infamous for their proliferation of unnecessary belts in boxing and this would just be the latest instalment. No boxer ever had earned this accomplishment in less than 20 fights, but Lomachenko has now world titles in three different weight classes just 12 fights into his career. This whole saga may come as a disappointment to some boxing fans, who were hoping to see Davis unify against Tevin Farmer at super-featherweight or challenge Lomachenko at lightweight. I didn't have a problem. That knockdown marked a turning point in the bout, as it seemed to shake Lomachenko’s confidence and help boost Linares’. "I don't think about knockouts. If I can, I will take it.". News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. The opening round was a feeling out process, though fighters were throwing a lot. pic.twitter.com/hTiHxP3fBc, — Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) May 13, 2018. Last time out, Davis and Gamboa fought on the same show with the suggestion that they may face one another next. An Update On The Future Of GLORY Kickboxing, Major Update On Autumn Sumo Tournament Participants. What Is Hakuho Sho’s Status For Grand Sumo Tournament In September? David Haye added: "Campbell is southpaw, tall with long arms, with respectable power. A brilliant professional career has earned Lomachenko a status among the pound-for-pound best fighters in the world. By using our site you acknowledge that you have read and understand our. Breaking News And Highlights Around Boxing, MMA, Kickboxing, Martial Arts and more! It looks as though this may now be in the works, with the WBA possibly about to put one of their vacant secondary ‘regular’ belts on the line. I just get in the ring and do my boxing. Sky Sports' Carl Froch said: "Campbell has got size and reach, and natural strength, and he has to use it. Campbell has been urged to utilise his physical advantages by George Groves, his gym-mate. By Michael Benson 2nd September 2019, 3:46 pm. The figures stated are the limits for each weight class, meaning to compete at Cruiserweight a boxer must weigh-in at under 200 lb. "When I stepped up to the next weight class, it isn't my natural weight. The 24-year-old, who previously also held the IBF super-featherweight belt, is now no longer listed as champion by the WBA and is instead ranked #1 in the division above. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Campbell, who also won gold at London 2012, is two inches taller than Lomachenko with a five-inch reach advantage as well as being naturally suited to lightweight. All Rights Reserved. VISIT OUR BOXING SHOP. What Does The Future Hold For GLORY Kickboxing? Linares, however, did suffer a cut above his left eye in the eighth, which Lomachenko tried to target with the jab throughout the eighth. If he doesn't try to knock Lomachenko out, he can win rounds.". Vasyl Lomachenko has become the quickest fighter in boxing to win world titles in three different weight classes, as he finishes Jorge Linares in the 10th round to become the new WBA Lightweight Champion. He faces Campbell next Saturday, live on Sky Sports Box Office, with the WBA, WBO and WBC lightweight gold at stake, nine pounds and two divisions above featherweight where he started his pro career. “I’m very happy and I want to say thank you to all of the fans who came out to MSG and Jorge Linares,” Lomachenko said after the fight. Lomachenko gave Linares credit in the widely-praised fight and even said he would have no problem accepting a rematch. Lomachenko won his first world title in his third professional fight, equalling an all-time record, after a stellar 396-1 amateur career which brought him gold medals in back-to-back Olympics. A third division conquered. But he has been beaten before, has been put over before, he is not invincible, he has had injuries. "I can't speak English easily so I can't open my personality in English," he said. Lomachenko's manager tells the unique story of how the pound for pound supremo chose his promoter... David Haye, Tony Bellew, Carl Froch and Paulie Malignaggi debate Lomachenko vs Campbell, Arsenal sign Partey from Atletico for £45m, Cavani, Telles, Diallo and Pellistri join Man Utd, Furious Southgate drops Abraham, Sancho, Chilwell, Lomachenko vs Campbell: Vasiliy Lomachenko says natural weight division too easy for him, We would like your feedback, please fill in our survey. Vasyl Lomachenko has become the quickest fighter in boxing to win world titles in three different weight classes, as he finishes Jorge Linares in the 10th round to become the new WBA Lightweight Champion. Vasyl Lomachenko Body Measurements: Professional boxer Vasyl Lomachenko height, weight, shoe size, reach and other body measurements complete statistics are listed below.. Lomachenko became a two-weight world champion in the fewest amount of fights ever, then repeated that feat in a third division by taking Jorge Linares' lightweight title. "I can't be a superstar but I can be the best boxer in history - this is my goal.". By signing up, you agree to comply with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It was clear Linares was somewhat frustrated by Lomachenko’s speed, as he was warned once for rabbit punching and twice for low blows.

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