Lomachenko’s team asks to keep him at the top of the rankings after losing to Haney
The manager of the Ukrainian boxer Vasily Lomachenko Egis Klimas turned to Twitter to the heads of the World Boxing Association (WBA), the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and the World Boxing Council (WBC) after the athlete was defeated by American Devin Haney.
“As the team prepares to appeal the outcome of the fight, please keep Lomachenko as No. 1 and mandatory lightweight title contender,” the athlete’s team said, adding that he deserves another chance to reach his goal “as soon as possible.” Klimas also noted the negative reaction of the boxing community to the defeat of the Ukrainian.
Lomachenko lost to Haney by unanimous decision. The fight took place in Las Vegas and lasted all 12 rounds. Thus, the American defended the WBC, WBO, International Boxing Federation (IBF), WBA Super and The Ring world titles.
In total, the 35-year-old Lomachenko won 17 victories and suffered three losses in his career. The 24-year-old Haney has 30 wins and no losses.
Source: Lenta
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