In a rousing spectacle, the undisputed lightweight titan Devin “The Dream” Haney (29-0, 15 KOs) and the seasoned former three-division world champion Vasiliy “Loma” Lomachenko (17-2, 11 KOs) descended upon Las Vegas yesterday. This grand arrival marked the official commencement of fight week, leading up to their pay-per-view showdown set for this Saturday, May 20, at the iconic MGM Grand Garden Arena.
In a dazzling display of confidence and determination, Haney spoke about his game plan. “I am poised to deliver an overpowering victory. I will step into that ring, assert my dominance over Loma, and showcase to the world the magnitude of my greatness. They will see the versatility and strength of Devin Haney, the vigor of youth, and the wisdom of a seasoned ring general,” he added, leaving no doubt about his intentions come fight night.
On the other side, Vasily Lomachenko, known for his strategic approach, spoke about his belief in action over words. “In my view, words bear weight only when they're substantiated with action,” stated Lomachenko, a seasoned warrior who’s no stranger to the high stakes. “Boxing is a sport where the tide can turn in an instant, and one must be prepared for all outcomes. Rather than making promises, I focus on my performance in the ring. My eyes are set on one ultimate goal: to claim the undisputed world championship title.”
Official grand arrivals: Watch Prelims on Youtube
The anticipation for this clash of the titans has reached fever pitch, as fight enthusiasts worldwide wait with bated breath for the ultimate showdown this Saturday, and, until then, here’s a summary of the events, which will be streamed at Top Rank YouTube channel, leading up to the big fight:
▪️The press conference begins today at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT.
▪️The same day, the open workouts are scheduled for 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT.
▪️On Thursday, May 18th, the undercard press conference will start at 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT.
▪️The official weigh-in will take place on Friday, May 19th, at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT.
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