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Devin Haney-Vasyl Lomachenko: US lightweight retains undisputed world titles and remains unbeaten

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Devin Haney-Vasyl Lomachenko: US lightweight retains undisputed world titles and remains unbeaten

Devin Haney-Vasyl Lomachenko: US lightweight retains undisputed world titles and remains undefeated with CONTROVERSIAL unanimous decision win over Ukrainian

  • Devin Haney successfully defended his undisputed world lightweight titles
  • In a spectacular bout at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas he defeated Vasyl Lomachenko
  • There was controversy surrounding the unanimous decision win after a close contest

Devin Haney defended his undisputed world lightweight titles against Vasyl Lomachenko with a controversial unanimous decision win.

In an intriguing fight at a sold-out MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, both fighters put on a superb display as the bout wound its way through 12 rounds.

Former unified lightweight champion and double Olympic champion Lomachenko is the toughest opponent for the previously undefeated Haney who has won all 29 of his previous fights.

When the final bell rang, it was still uncertain who would emerge victorious in their epic clash before the judges ruled in favor of the American.

The fight was scored 116-112 115-113 115-113 in favor of an elated Haney, leaving ‘Loma’ clearly devastated inside the ring.

Devin Haney defends his undisputed world lightweight titles against Vasyl Lomachenko

Devin Haney defends his undisputed world lightweight titles against Vasyl Lomachenko

In an intriguing bout, both fighters put on a stellar display as they traded blows throughout

In an intriguing bout, both fighters put on a stellar display as they traded blows throughout

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