Best fights of George Kambosos Jr.
Over 12 years as a professional, George Kambosos Jr. has compiled a 22-4 (10) record, including twelve title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. George Kambosos Jr. loses to Vasyl Lomachenko via KO
On May 12, 2024 George Kambosos Jr. defended his IBO lightweight title against Vasyl Lomachenko. Jr. was 30 years old with a record of 21-2, and Lomachenko was 36 with a record of 17-3. Jr. was coming off a win, while Lomachenko was coming off a loss. Lomachenko stopped Jr. via TKO in the 11th round. Lost the title. Lasted into the 11th round.
2. George Kambosos Jr. defeats Maxi Hughes
On July 22, 2023 George Kambosos Jr. fought Maxi Hughes for the IBO lightweight title. Jr. was 30 years old with a record of 20-2, and Hughes was 33 with a record of 26-5-2. Jr. was on a 2-fight losing streak, while Hughes was on a 7-fight winning streak. Jr. won via majority decision. Crowned the new lightweight champion.
3. George Kambosos Jr. defeats Teófimo López
On November 27, 2021 George Kambosos Jr. fought Teófimo López for the IBF, The Ring, WBA (Super), and WBO lightweight titles. Jr. was 28 years old with a record of 19-0, and López was 24 with a record of 16-0. Jr. was on an undefeated 19-fight winning streak and López was on an undefeated 16-fight winning streak. Jr. won via split decision. Crowned the new lightweight champion.