Jorge Linares has made a wise decision by selecting former three-division world champion Vasily Lomachenko as the victor in his upcoming fight against George Kambosos Jr. on May 12th. This fight will be for the vacant IBF lightweight title and will take place at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Linares, a former three-division world champion himself, has firsthand experience fighting Lomachenko (17-3, 11 KOs) and understands his skill and capabilities in the ring. In Linares’ opinion, Kambosos Jr. (20-2, 10 KOs), despite his impressive performance in the gym, falls short on fight night.
Kambosos Jr. gained recognition for his victory over Teofimo Lopez, who was dealing with injuries and personal issues at the time. However, aside from this win, Kambosos Jr.’s career has been relatively unremarkable, leading some to label him as a one-hit wonder.
Linares expressed his belief that Lomachenko will emerge victorious in this fight, emphasizing that Kambosos Jr. does not perform at the same level in the ring as he does during training. Linares clarifies that it is not a matter of Kambosos Jr. peaking in training camp; rather, it is a reflection of his overall skill level compared to other fighters in the lightweight division.
Kambosos Jr.’s shortcomings were evident in his two fights against Devin Haney in 2022, where he suffered consecutive losses. Additionally, many fans believe he should have been defeated in his last bout against Maxi Hughes in July. However, the judges awarded Kambosos Jr. a controversial victory, which allowed him to maintain his standing as a contender.
Linares has full confidence in Lomachenko, highlighting his dedication to training and his background in the Ukrainian amateur boxing scene. Lomachenko’s experience competing against top-level opponents and his athleticism give him an edge in this fight.
Despite Lomachenko’s undeniable talent, he has faced unfair decisions in the past, resulting in losses that should not have occurred. He has learned the harsh realities of the professional boxing world through these experiences.
According to the Source boxingnews24.com