‘Let’s go hard’: Antetokounmpo brothers support George Kambosos Jr ahead of title fight

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Undisputed world lightweight champion, George Kambosos Jr, has two NBA champions on his side ahead of his title fight against American, Devin Haney, in Melbourne on June 5.

In a video on Kambosos’ Instagram story, Giannis and Thanasis Antetokounmpo can be heard proudly throwing their support behind the Greek Australian boxer.

READ MORE: George Kambosos Jr. to defend lightweight title against Devin Haney in Australia.

“Good luck during the fight on June 5,” Thanasis says in the video. “We will be watching. You make us all proud.”

READ MORE: ‘This is my destiny’: George Kambosos Jr to defend boxing world titles in Melbourne.

“Let’s go hard!” Giannis adds with a smile.

In over two weeks time, Kambosos will face Haney at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium in front of 50,000 live spectators.

Kambosos preparing for his June 5 fight with lead trainer Javiel Centeno. Photo: The Greek Herald/Chris Spyrou.

The undefeated boxer will defend his WBA, WBC, WBO and IBF belts in what he has dubbed “the biggest fight ever in Australian history.”

“June 5th is not only for myself but for my country – Australia and Greece, we will continue to shine on the world stage and be victorious,” he said back in April.

“I’ve got all these beautiful belts but that’s not what it’s about. It’s about my legacy, and for the love of the sport and the love of fighting.”

READ MORE: ‘Strapped and ready for war’: George Kambosos Jr prepares for June 5 world title fight .

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