One of the biggest fights to make in boxing right now is Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney. Fans are excited to see Lomachenko potentially compete for gold once again. For now, Lomachenko will be taking it one step at a time.
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Lomachenko faces Jamaine Ortiz in his first fight since December 2021 on October 29. The bout takes take place inside Madison Square Garden’s Hulu Theater.
When Lomachenko lost the WBA, WBO, and The Ring lightweight titles against Teofimo Lopez in 2020, he fought back to contention. He beat Masayoshi Nakatani and Richard Commey before heading back to Ukraine to fight against Russian aggression. Back in action, the mission is still the same for Lomachenko. Top Rank’s Bob Arum is ready to book the fight against Haney, who defeated George Kambosos Jr. in a rematch to remain undisputed champion.
"If he is successful in that, then at the start of the year we'll do what will be a massive fight - Lomachenko attempting to get all his titles back against Devin Haney,” Arum told Sky Sports.
Ortiz made his pro debut in 2016. After fighting Joseph Adorno to a draw, Ortiz beat Mahir Albright and Jamel Herring (which would be Herring's last fight) in 2022. The 26-year-old is ready to be a part of one of the biggest upsets in boxing. He is a +1200 underdog, per Caesars. Lomachenko is the -2500 favorite.
"I'm excited about this fight,” Ortiz said. “Vasiliy Lomachenko is a great fighter, but I'm here to win. Once I win this fight, I'm targeting a world title opportunity. This is a dream come true.”
The Sporting News has you covered with all the information you need to watch the fight on Saturday, including time, channel and fight card.
What time does Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. Jamaine Ortiz start today?
Date: October 29
Start time: 10 p.m. ET
Main event: 11:30 p.m. ET
Lomachenko vs. Ortiz takes place on October 29. The main card begins at 10 p.m. ET.
In the UK, the main card begins at 2 a.m. GMT (October 30).
In Australia, the main card begins at 12 p.m. AEST (October 30).
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Lomachenko and Ortiz should make their way to the ring around 11:30 p.m. ET | 3:30 a.m. GMT | 1:30 p.m. AEST, depending on how long the undercard fights last.