I recently became fascinated by the boxing career of Vasyl Lomachenko, especially his losses. Man, what a ride it’s been! So, I dived deep into his record, and here’s what I found out.
First off, I watched all of Lomachenko’s 21 professional fights. Turns out, this guy has only lost three times, and each time was in a world-title fight. Crazy, right?
The first loss that really got me thinking was against Orlando Salido. I did some digging and learned that this fight was a mess. Salido didn’t make the weight limit, coming in way over, and then he rehydrated like crazy. Lomachenko, on the other hand, was playing it by the book. The fight ended in a controversial split decision in favor of Salido. I watched it, and honestly, it felt off. How can you win if the other guy doesn’t even follow the rules?
Then, I moved on to his fight with Teofimo Lopez in 2020. This one was a big deal because it was during the pandemic. Everyone was hyped, and Lomachenko was the favorite. I found out he lost the IBF, WBO, WBA, and WBC ‘Franchise’ belts in this fight. I watched the bout, and it was intense. Lopez was strong, and even though Lomachenko gave it his all, he lost via unanimous decision. It was clear that Lopez had a solid game plan, and he executed it well.
- Watched all 21 of Lomachenko’s pro fights.
- Researched the Salido fight and the controversy around it.
- Studied the Lopez fight and the context surrounding it.
After that, I came across some interviews where Lomachenko talked about the Lopez loss. He mentioned he could’ve moved down in weight, but he didn’t. It made me respect him more for sticking to his guns, but also wonder, “What if?”
Lastly, I focused on his most recent fight against Devin Haney in May 2023. This one was for the lightweight undisputed championship title. I remember watching it live with a bunch of friends. There were over 10,000 people in the arena, and the energy was electric. The fight went the full 12 rounds, and it was another controversial unanimous decision, this time in favor of Haney. I rewatched it a couple of times, and it was so close! Many people thought Lomachenko did enough to win, but the judges saw it differently.
Key Moments:
- Salido Fight: Weight issues and a controversial split decision.
- Lopez Fight: Loss of multiple belts during the pandemic.
- Haney Fight: A close, controversial unanimous decision loss.
After going through all this, I realized that Lomachenko’s losses are not just about the defeats. They’re about the circumstances, the decisions he made, and the controversies that surrounded each fight. It’s a wild ride, and honestly, it makes me appreciate the sport of boxing even more. I’ve watched all these fights closely, and while losses are tough, they really show what a fighter is made of. Lomachenko’s journey is far from over, and I’m here for it. And that is how I find out why Lomachenko has 2 losses!
