By Felix Jesus Mendoza
The announcement of the return to professional activity by the Ukrainian boxer, Vasyl Lomachenkohas generated an immediate reaction within the lightweight category.
After a period of absence for physical and personal reasons, Vasyl Lomachenko plans resume his career in the fall of 2026which has caused various elite contenders to raise their hands to welcome him to the ring.
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One of the first to express his interest publicly was the American Keyshawn Davis. The Olympic medalist took advantage of an interview with Fighthub TV to issue a direct challenge: “Loma, fight me for your first fight back. Come on, let’s do it, fight me, Vasyl Lomachenko. “I would even go to Ukraine”expressed the young boxer, showing his willingness to travel to the European country to finalize the fight.
An expected return after retirement
The news about the end of his retirement It was initially spread by reports from The Ringwhere it was detailed that the veteran athlete has overcome his back problems. According to these sources, Vasyl Lomachenko He is only looking for high-profile confrontations that represent a significant challenge at this stage of his career, after having been released from contract after his time at the promoter High Unsuitable.
‼️ Vasiliy Lomachenko is popping out of retirement and is focused on a return in the autumn of this one year, sources account for The Ring’s @MikeCoppinger.
Lomachenko’s contract with High Unsuitable expires in the present day and he’s now a promotional free agent looking for the finest fights that it’s possible you’ll per chance per chance imagine. pic.twitter.com/Ul4ZXQZOrv
— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine) Would perchance per chance 12, 2026
Davis, aware of the status of his possible rival, did not skimp on warnings during his media intervention. “Listen, first of all you are a legend, but if you decide to fight me, I am going to knock you out just like Berinchyk.”added the American to the aforementioned source, seeking to position himself as the fundamental candidate for the return of Vasyl Lomachenko to the star planes of world boxing.
The recent history of the Ukrainian boxer
The last official presentation of the former world champion occurred in May 2024, when obtained a victory by technical knockout against George Kambosos Jr. on Australian soil. That victory allowed Vasyl Lomachenko win the IBF lightweight title, although he later decided to stay away from the gyms, arguing lack of motivation and the impossibility to close large-scale unification battles.
At 38 years old, the return of Vasyl Lomachenko It represents a strategic move for the division, since its technical quality continues to be a reference for new generations. Although The Ukrainian’s team has not confirmed who will be the definitive opponent for his reappearance.
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