Ukrainian Boxer’s Comeback After Three Years with Spectacular Knockout in the USA
After a three-year hiatus caused by the exhausting war in his homeland, Ukrainian boxer Taras Shelestyuk made a triumphant return to the professional ring with a remarkable victory in the United States. The 39-year-old athlete demonstrated exceptional skill and resilience in the bout, delivering a brutal knockout of seasoned American fighter Roddrick Livsey in the second round. Shelestyuk, boasting an undefeated record of 20 wins, 0 losses, and 1 draw with 12 knockouts, once again proved that his name stands among the highest standards in international boxing. The fight took place in Shreveport, Louisiana, marking his first ring appearance since March 2022, when his previous bout against Gabriel Maestre ended in a draw. The Ukrainian athlete is a bronze medalist of the 2012 London Olympics and holds world champion titles in Baku (2011), showcasing his vast experience and top-tier skills. On the professional scene, he has secured regional titles such as WBA Inter-Continental and WBO-NABO, reinforcing his status as one of Ukraine’s leading fighters and a notable contender globally. It is also known that earlier, Ukrainian boxer Olekandr Derjavychenko confirmed his reputation by knocking out his opponent in the United States. These fights illustrate that Ukrainian boxing is once again demonstrating its high level and ability to surprise fans worldwide with extraordinary talent and strength in every bout.