Vasyl Lomachenko vs Luke Campbell fight result: Ukrainian beats Briton by unanimous decision to unify WBC, WBA and WBO lightweight titles
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The majestic Vasyl Lomachenko produced a relentless barrage of body shots to outclass Luke Campbell and retain his world titles. open image in gallery The two exchanged crushing shots throughout the fight And Loma began to swipe away at Campbell’s body, a trend that would define this fight, ensuring his opponent’s escape off the ropes became gradually slower. Despite Campbell’s considerable length for a lightweight, Lomachenko’s brief stay inside the pocket was testing trainer Shane McGuigan’s plan to its limits. open image in gallery Lomachenko is now the WBC, WBA and WBO lightweight champion A stern word from referee Victor Loughlin for a low shot would not deny Lomachenko one last foray at taking out the ballsy Campbell, who tricked his way to the final bell with an interpretation of a wrestling move, hooking the leg of his opponent as he tumbled over.