A dominant Vasiliy Lomachenko stopped George Kambosos Jr within the eleventh spherical to win the IBF light-weight title in Perth, returning after a 12 months out to turn out to be a four-time world champion throughout three completely different weight lessons.
The Ukrainian proved the superior fighter by way of 10 rounds earlier than dropping Kambosos early within the eleventh. Although the Australian beat the rely, Lomachenko unleashed a flurry of punches to seal his victory in entrance of 14,000-plus followers on the RAC Area, with Kambosos’ nook chucking up the sponge.
“My plan was to adjust to my opponent,” Lomachenko, who’s within the twilight of his profession, stated after the combat.
“This is what I did in the fight. Toward the end of the rounds I needed to finish strong. In the last three rounds, I was trying to find his body.
“We educated onerous for this second. I wish to thank my opponent. He’s a powerful man and a real warrior.
“I never ran around during my boxing career. I always take fights. Right now, I want to come back to my home, spend time with my family, and after I rest a little bit, we can talk about my future.”
Lomachenko was in cost proper from the go, and his technical superiority was evident as he managed the space and struck with neat mixtures.
The 36-year-old landed a sickening left hook within the eighth spherical that left Kambosos with blood streaming from close to his proper eye.
Kambosos doffed his hat to his opponent.
“He’s one of the best fighters in history,” the 30-year-old stated. “I’m not ashamed. I wanted to finish the fight on the feet, I really did.
Kambosos paid tribute to his Ukrainian opponent afterwards (Mikey Williams/Prime Rank)
“He’s a true champion. He’s a legend of the sport. I give him the utmost respect. We knew what we are coming up against, and I tried my best. But it wasn’t enough today.
“There isn’t any disgrace in shedding to a person like Lomachenko.”
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