Three-weight world champion Vasiliy Lomachenko retires after more than 400 FIGHTS in lengthy video

BOXING great Vasiliy Lomachenko has announced his retirement – bringing the end to an iconic career.

Lomachenko has the greatest amateur record of all time, winning 396 times with just one loss – which he avenged.

Boxers George Kambosos Jr. and Vasiliy Lomachenko in a boxing match.

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Lomachenko beat George Kambosos in his last fightCredit: EPA
Devin Haney and Vasyl Lomachenko boxing.

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He suffered a controversial loss to Devin HaneyCredit: Getty
Handout image of Vasiliy Lomachenko and Teofimo Lopez Jr. boxing.

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Lomachenko was beaten by Teofimo Lopez in 2020Credit: Handout – Getty
Vasyl Lomachenko of Ukraine at an Olympic medal ceremony.

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Lomachenko was a double Olympic championCredit: Getty Images – Getty

As a professional, the masterful southpaw won titles at feather, super-feather and lightweight.

And he dazzled fans with his incredible footwork, combination punching and speed.

He beat George Kambosos last May in Australia but has not fought since – rejecting talks to later fight Gervonta Davis.

It cast doubt over his future in the sport – and now Lomachenko has confirmed his retirement in a lengthy Instagram video.

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