Today, let’s talk about Lomachenko’s 2 losses. I’m not a pro, just a big fan, and I’ve been following his career for a while now. So, I did a deep dive into his record and watched those two fights a bunch of times.
First off, this guy’s record is insane, 396 wins and only 1 loss as an amateur. I mean, come on! And he avenged that loss twice. He’s a two-time Olympic gold medalist and has held world titles in three different weight classes. The man’s a legend in the making.
But, even legends stumble. I wanted to understand those two losses, so I dug up everything I could find. One was against Teofimo Lopez Jr. during the COVID pandemic. That fight was a big deal because it was for all the belts – IBF, WBO, WBA, and WBC ‘Franchise’.
- Watched the Lopez fight: I replayed this fight like five times, and man, it was intense. Lopez is a beast, no doubt. It was a close one, but Lopez took it. That was a tough pill to swallow for Loma fans.
- Checked out the aftermath: Lopez then lost to Kambosos, and Kambosos had those two fights with Haney. It’s like a soap opera in the lightweight division!
Then, there was talk about a unification fight with Gervonta Davis, the WBA lightweight champ, but it didn’t happen. It was supposed to be in November, but Lomachenko decided to sit that one out. Bob Arum, his promoter, said he’d be back in 2025. I don’t know, but I think he needs to take a long rest.
Lately, I heard something about an injury. The IBF gave him some time off because of it. They were even talking about giving him an ultimatum on his IBF title, which he just won back in May by stopping Kambosos in the 11th round. I even heard some rumors that he might retire. A journalist, Mike Coppinger, mentioned it. I hope it’s not true.
My Takeaway
Look, Lomachenko’s a warrior. Those two losses don’t define him. He’s still one of the best out there. I’m just some guy who loves boxing, and I’m excited to see what he does next. Whether he fights again or hangs up his gloves, he’s already cemented his legacy. I just hope he’s taking care of himself and making the right choices for his future. It’s been a wild ride, and I’m here for whatever comes next.
