Serhii Bohachuk and Mykal Fox will meet in a junior middleweight clash on May 17 in Los Angeles, where Fox will make his debut at 154 pounds against one of the division’s heaviest hitters. Bohachuk is ranked No. 1 by the WBC and once held the sanctioning body’s interim belt. He comes into this contest with only two losses on his record, most notably a disputed majority decision against Vergil Ortiz Jr. last year and a stoppage defeat to Brandon Adams in 2021.
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Fox, a lanky southpaw who stands 6’3”, intends to leverage his reach advantage and proven boxing skills to keep Bohachuk at bay. Although Fox acknowledges the power and pressure that have made Bohachuk a dangerous contender, he believes his own height and ring IQ can neutralize the Ukrainian’s offense. Previously campaigning at welterweight, Fox insists he has not ruled out returning to 147 pounds but wants to gauge how he performs in this higher weight class before finalizing any long-term plans.
With Bohachuk aiming to reinforce his status as a leading figure at 154 and Fox seeking to make a statement in unfamiliar territory, the matchup could have significant implications for both men. A victory for Bohachuk could further validate his quest for a world title shot, while a triumphant showing from Fox may mark him as a serious contender in the new weight category.