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4 Lomachenko Return Fight Options After Ending Retirement This Week, Including Inoue Super-Fight
TL;DR
Vasiliy Lomachenko has announced his return to boxing after a year of retirement, aiming for a major fight this fall rather than a tune-up. Potential opponents include top contenders, with a super-fight against Naoya Inoue being a highlight.
Key points
- Vasiliy Lomachenko ended his retirement this week
- He aims for a major fight instead of a tune-up
- Lomachenko's last fight was a knockout win over Kambosos Jr.
- He is considering four potential opponents for his return
- A super-fight with Naoya Inoue is among the options
Vasiliy LomachenkoNaoya InoueGeorge Kambosos Jr.
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
This time last year, gold-medal-winning boxer and pound-for-pound superstar Vasiliy Lomachenko ended his impressive run competing in the sweet science. The Ukrainian went out on a high note with a knockout win over George Kambosos Jr. in his final fight, and at 37, it seemed like his decision would stick after losing two of his last six. Well, it didn’t.
On Tuesday, Ring Magazine’s Mike Coppinger broke the news that the three-division champion intends to return to the sport this fall, and he won’t be competing in a tune-up bout. He wants to jump into the deep end of the pool and is seeking a big-time money fight.
With that in mind, let’s look at four possible opponent options for Lomachenko’s next fight.
Shakur Stevenson
Jim Krajewski, Reno Gazette Journal via Imagn Content Services, LLC
The scrap many fight fans will be hoping for is a matchup with, arguably, the toughest puzzle in the sport right now, Shakur Steveson. The 28-year-old has been outstanding on his road to posting a 25-0 record and has become boxing’s most avoided fighter.
Q&A
What prompted Vasiliy Lomachenko to end his retirement?
Vasiliy Lomachenko decided to return to boxing after a year, seeking a significant fight rather than a tune-up.
Who are the potential opponents for Lomachenko's return fight?
Lomachenko is considering four potential opponents, including a super-fight with Naoya Inoue.
When is Lomachenko expected to return to the ring?
Lomachenko intends to make his return to boxing this fall.
What was Lomachenko's last fight before retirement?
Lomachenko's last fight before retirement was a knockout victory over George Kambosos Jr.