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Boxing News / Athlon Sports / June 10
Raymond Muratalla Crowned New IBF Lightweight Champion After Lomachenko’s Retirement

Raymond Muratalla Crowned New IBF Lightweight Champion After Lomachenko’s Retirement

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has officially named Raymond Muratalla as the new lightweight world champion, following Vasyl Lomachenko’s retirement from the sport at age 37.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 5
Vasyl Lomachenko Bows Out: A Legendary Career Ends

Vasyl Lomachenko Bows Out: A Legendary Career Ends

On June 5, Vasyl Lomachenko officially announced his retirement from professional boxing at the age of 37. The legendary Ukrainian will be remembered as one of the greatest fighters of his generation.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 5
Vasyl Lomachenko narrowly missed out on making history in just his second professional fight

Vasyl Lomachenko narrowly missed out on making history in just his second professional fight

Ukrainian boxing great Vasyl Lomachenko is one of the most impressive talents of the modern era of boxing. As a two-time Olympic Gold Medalist, few boxers have as established of an amateur career as Lomachenko.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 22
Lomachenko’s former opponent is set to return to the ring aged 44

Lomachenko’s former opponent is set to return to the ring aged 44

Vasyl Lomachenko is one of the greatest amateur boxers of all time, and one of his former opponents, who is set to return to the ring, is not far behind.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 14
“He runs away”… Vasyl Lomachenko’s manager reveals why Gervonta Davis is the best next opponent for ‘The Matrix’

“He runs away”… Vasyl Lomachenko’s manager reveals why Gervonta Davis is the best next opponent for ‘The Matrix’

Vasyl Lomachenko has many options for his next fight after winning the IBF lightweight title against George Kambosos Jr. in his last fight, but one seems far more attractive than the others.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 9
Fighter Vasyl Lomachenko made quit turns his back and gives up again in career-destroying defeat

Fighter Vasyl Lomachenko made quit turns his back and gives up again in career-destroying defeat

A boxer who once quit on his stool against Vasyl Lomachenko has quit once again in what may be the final fight of his career. Vasyl Lomachenko is highly

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 19
Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol were photographed alongside only boxer to beat Vasyl Lomachenko as an amateur before 2008 Olympics

Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol were photographed alongside only boxer to beat Vasyl Lomachenko as an amateur before 2008 Olympics

This weekend will finally see two boxing titans go head-to-head once again as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol do battle again. Beterbiev vs Bivol 2 promises to be a thrilling encounter in Saudi Arabia as one of the best light-heavyweight boxers of all time looks to defend his title.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 10, 2025

Vasiliy Lomachenko Granted Medical Exception

On Friday morning, the IBF announced they granted a medical exception for their lightweight champion, Vasiliy Lomachenko (18-3, 12 KOs). This was after the 35-year-old Ukrainian champion requested a medical exemption on November 14, which was due to expire on January 11.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 28, 2024
Bob Arum Provides Latest Update on Vasyl Lomachenko Retirement Talks

Bob Arum Provides Latest Update on Vasyl Lomachenko Retirement Talks

Vasyl Lomachenko (18-3, 12 KOs) has blessed the boxing world with his exceptional ring craft. His amateur career saw him amass an incredible 396-1 fight record.

Boxing News / Ringside Intel / May 12, 2024
Vasyl Lomachenko-George Kambosos Results Featuring Three Title Fights

Vasyl Lomachenko-George Kambosos Results Featuring Three Title Fights

Two of the top lightweight boxers in the world squared off Saturday night as Vasyl Lomachenko and George Kambosos met. The fight aired live on ESPN from the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.

Boxing News / MyMMANews / January 15, 2024

Vasyl Lomachenko vs George Kambosos Jr set to fight on May 12 for IBF and IBO lightweight titles

Lightweight boxing stars Vasyl Lomachenko (17-3) and George Kambosos Jr (21-2) will reportedly square off The post Vasyl Lomachenko vs George Kambosos Jr set to fight on May 12 for IBF and IBO lightweight titles first appeared on MyMMANews.

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