Lomachenko’s Retirement Plans: A Look Back

Ukrainian boxing sensation Vasily Lomachenko has hinted at retirement following his May triumph over George Kambosos Jr. The 36-year-old has opted to skip a potential December showdown with Gervonta Davis, prioritizing rest after his hard-fought win.

Fans React to Retirement Rumors

Social media has been buzzing with speculation about Lomachenko’s retirement plans, with many fans expressing disappointment and accusing him of avoiding the Gervonta Davis fight. However, these critics may have overlooked the history of the rivalry. Lomachenko has been calling out Davis since 2017, but his offers have been repeatedly ignored. Seven years ago, Lomachenko was 29 and Tank 23, but there was no interest.

Now, with Lomachenko approaching his 37th birthday, Davis has shown interest in the fight. It’s clear that Davis perceives Lomachenko as a diminished opponent, a far cry from the formidable fighter he was in his prime. In the past, Davis’s management team deemed Lomachenko too dangerous to face. Lomachenko had been out of the ring for a year and was reportedly persuaded to take the fight with Kambosos Jr. last May to fight for the vacant IBF lightweight belt, which he won by an 11th-round knockout. Loma likely would have retired already if not persuaded to return to the ring for the Kambosos Jr. fight.

Lomachenko Comeback with A Rematch?

A fight between Lomachenko and Davis would present a significant challenge for the Ukrainian. Not only would he be smaller and weaker, but he would also be facing a much younger opponent. The dynamics of the fight would be vastly different from a potential matchup in 2017. Many fans would love to see Lomachenko face Devin Haney in a rematch, given their controversial first encounter. However, the size difference between the two fighters makes a second bout unlikely. Haney’s weight cut for his recent fight demonstrates the physical challenges of making the 140-pound weight class, making a rematch with Lomachenko impractical.