Former world champion in three weight categories Vasily Lomachenko and undisputed world champion in lightweight Devin Haney had their first duel of views before the title fight, which will take place on the night of May 21. Lomachenko came to the first press conference, after which there was a battle of views, in a black T-shirt with the image of Jesus Christ. In turn, Haney was dressed in a stylish sand-colored suit, complementing the image with dark glasses.. During the duel of glances, boxers with serious faces looked at each other. Note that the American decided not to take off his glasses when he looked into the eyes of a future opponent.

The fight between Lomachenko and Haney will take place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. All the light division belts belonging to the American will be at stake. Earlier it was reported that Lomachenko and Haney reacted to the official announcement of the battle for the title of “absolute”.

In his last fight, on the night of October 30, 2022, Lomachenko defeated American Jemaine Ortiz. On account of the 35-year-old Lomachenko 17 wins (11 by knockout) and 2 losses in the professional ring. Haney became the undisputed world champion in June 2022, defeating Australian George Kambosos. In October, the American defeated Kambosos again and defended the WBC, WBA Super, IBF and WBO lightweight titles.. The track record of the 24-year-old American has 29 wins (15 by knockout) in 29 professional fights.