Devin Haney vs. Lomachenko Date is Set, But There’s One Big Problem!

2023 has kicked its journey and this year has a lot to offer to boxing fans. The boxing world is going to see its next blockbuster in a few days as Devin Haney vs. Vasiliy Lomachenko is finally ready to take place soon. As per reports, veteran boxing promoter Bob Arum, has declared that if everything goes well, then the fight might happen on May 20.

Last year was good for Haney after back-to-back victories. He is now hoping to get secure a ‘big’ win against the Ukrainian. Despite the good news Arum also indicated a big problem that might be able to halt the fight.

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Both boxers are among the best in the current generation. With a professional record of 29-0, Devin Haney is the current undisputed lightweight champion of the Ring, WBA and WBC. He has been to Australia twice last year and is coming off a win against George Kambosos Jr.

On the other hand, Lomachenko is regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound boxers of his generation. Since his defeat to Teofimo Lopez in 2020, he has won his recent fights and is rebuilding himself once again. Both the fighters have 10 years of age gap, but fortunately, Lomachenko is no short of his prime now. And their next fight is keeping fans waiting.

Meanwhile, Bob Arum’s new announcement made boxing fans anxious. But the question is what made Arum confused about the fight?

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Bob Arum has a very big concern

While talking to Boxing Scene, Top Rank’s Bob Arum said, “That fight is all agreed to and everything, And the date is pretty well set, May 20th. Now, the issue is where it’s gonna be. Will it be in New York? Well, that’s a problem because of the Knicks and the Rangers, and Garden is holding dates.”

He also gave some possible venues. He said, “Will it be in Las Vegas? Quite possibly. Or will it be in the Middle East, where they’re making overtures to do the fight? We’ll have an answer for you probably within 10 days. But there’s no question that the fight is on.”

Additionally, he expressed concern about Ramadan at that time. He added, “I’m observant with my religion, so I understand that you have to make allowances for Muslims who fast all day for a month,”. “If you’re fasting all day, when are you gonna go to the gym?” he concluded later.

Meanwhile, fans are waiting for the anticipated match to happen on the exact date as mentioned by Arum. What do you think of Bob Arum’s concern? Let us know in the comments.

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