Mykhalushko defeats Petrosian to retain  WBC International welterweight title

Ukrainian Yaroslav Mykhalushko confirmed his status as a powerful prospect,  by defeating Zoravor Petrosian via unanimous decision to retain the WBC International welterweight title,  on Saturday, at the Circus in Lviv.

The judges’ scorecards reflected clear, calm and tempered  control by the local fighter: 96-94 across all three cards, a consistent tally that showed  tactical command and sustained advantage over the ten rounds.

Mykhalushko, who entered the bout undefeated, was defending his title in what  on paper, represented a serious test against a more experienced opponent. Pre-fight expectations pointed to a competitive contest, but the result indicates that the Ukrainian was able to impose his rhythm,

He used his structured boxing and distance management, tools he had already displayed in previous wins.

The fight headlined a seven-bout card staged in Ukraine, further establishing Mykhalushko as a rising figure in the 147-pound division, with projection toward higher levels of international competition.

It was not a blowout, but it was a controlled, commanding  i. terms of career development, this type and style often carries more value than an isolated knockout.