Haney beats Lomachenko and is still undisputed champ

Devin Haney kept his undisputed lightweight title after a unanimous decision victory against Vasiliy Lomachenko in a dynamic fight at the full MGM Grand Garden Arena.

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Devin (30-0, 15 KOs), who was definitely the better fighter in the 1^st half as he moved very well, secured the win with 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113. However, Vasiliy excellently finished the fight and was the better fighter in the final rounds as the decision was faced with boos from the spectators at the arena.

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“I don’t want to talk about the judge’s decision. All the fans saw what happened at MGM Grand Garden Arena today,” shared Vasiliy, who cried after the fight in his locker room.”

‼️ Vasyl Lomachenko’s manager Egis Klimas says that they will APPEAL his UD defeat to Devin Haney: “We’re not gonna let it go, I guarantee we’re gonna protest, we’re gonna appeal. Somebody needs to end this injustice.”

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