Boxing enthusiasts are abuzz with excitement as they imagine the possibility of watching two acclaimed ‘kings of the street’, Adekunle Temitope, aka Small Doctor, and Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, face off in a boxing match. The idea has gained traction on social media, particularly after training videos of Small Doctor have gone viral.
Small Doctor, a musician with a background in boxing, has impressed fans with his skills in the ring. Meanwhile, Portable, a popular musician, has headlined two celebrity fights, winning against Charles Okocha and Speed Darlington. A section of fans wants Portable to put his unbeaten record on the line by challenging Small Doctor to a boxing match.
A Facebook page, Comrades Bloggers, shared a sparring session of Small Doctor with the caption, “Omoh Small Doctor too sabi. I’m going to place my bet on him vs Portable.” The post sparked reactions from followers, with some warning Portable against the idea. “He will finish Portable. Small Doctor was a boxer before he switched to music,” a certain Adebowale Adeyinka posted.
One Ahmmed Taiwo also said, “Portable run ooo. Small Doctor trains inside the Police College. Original Agege boy.” However, there were also supporters of Portable, with Raji Olamilekan saying, “Portable, all these are lies; he can never beat you. Let them pick a date.” Another fan, Olayinka Silva, wrote, “Yes, he is a good boxer, but size does matter too, and Portable has some boxing skills and stamina.”
Conditions for the Fight
The Secretary-General of the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control, Remi Aboderin, outlined the conditions for such celebrity fights to hold. “It must first be an NBBofC-sanctioned promoter, then there must be other fights on the card organised for such an event. It is not necessary that both boxers are the same weight, but it would be good, but not necessary, as both boxers can be different weights as long as they are willing to fight,” Aboderin said.
“Also, medicals and weigh-ins must be arranged for both fighters before stepping into the ring and an agreed price for the purse.” If the fight becomes a reality, it might also be an opportunity for Small Doctor and Portable to settle their scores after a series of beef between 2022 and 2023.
The prospect of a Small Doctor vs Portable boxing match has generated significant interest among fans. While the conditions for the fight have been outlined, it remains to be seen whether the bout will actually take place. One thing is certain, however: if the fight does happen, it will be a highly anticipated and closely watched event in the world of boxing and entertainment.