Russian "destroyer" Sergei Kovalev, who is the world champion in the WBO light heavyweight title, paid tribute to Vasily Lomachenko.

According to Kovalev, the Ukrainian demonstrates simply incredible boxing, which even not every expert can understand.

"He has a competent, smart boxing. Live not everyone can appreciate and understand this boxing. It's another matter to watch his boxing on television, where specialists repeat the most interesting moments. Seeing this, you are surprised: "That's it, yes! Here he fulfilled!". I just appreciated his boxing. Watching his first live battles, I did not notice his chips, technical moments, "virtuosos".

Now Vasily has gained experience, and watching his battle with Linares from the first rows, I could not tear myself away from such a tense duel.

The fight was really very interesting. Now I already saw all his tactics live, all the technical moments, blows. I was just out of bounds interest, "Kovalev said in an interview with Luckypunch. net.

Recall that Lomachenko defeated Linares by TKO in the 10th round. Vasily can spend his next fight in December 2018. The most likely rival of the Ukrainian is called Raimundo Beltrana.

As for Kovalev, he will meet with Aleider Alvarez. The match will be held on August 4.