Boxing
Anthony Joshua considering first professional fight in Africa — Ghana emerges as frontrunner
Anthony Joshua is exploring the prospect of staging his first professional bout in Africa, with Ghana emerging as a leading candidate to host the event. Representatives of the Nigeria-born British heavyweight travelled to Accra this week to inspect potential venues — including the 40,000-capacity Accra Sports Stadium — and hold talks with local officials. According […]
Ike Ibeabuchi Eyes Boxing Return After 25 Years
Nigerian boxing legend Ike Ibeabuchi is planning a return to professional boxing at 52, more than 25 years after his last fight. Despite his advanced age, Ibeabuchi remains confident about his chances of becoming a world champion. “Yes, I am planning a return to boxing. I just want to box and become a world champion. […]
Anthony Joshua Warns Jake Paul After Knockout Taunt
British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua has issued a stern warning to American YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul following a taunt about his previous knockout defeats. Paul revealed that he and Joshua had been exchanging private messages earlier this year, during which he mocked Joshua over his knockout losses. However, Joshua responded with a clear and menacing tone, […]
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn Set for Rematch
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn are gearing up for a highly anticipated rematch, scheduled to take place on September 20 in London. The exact venue for the bout has yet to be confirmed. This second meeting between the two British boxers comes after their thrilling encounter in April at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where […]
Topuria Knocks Out Oliveira to Claim Lightweight Title at UFC 317
Ilia Topuria made a stunning statement at UFC 317, scoring a first-round knockout victory over Charles Oliveira to claim the vacant lightweight championship. The Spanish-Georgian fighter, who moved up from featherweight, dominated the bout, showcasing his exceptional striking power and agility. Oliveira, a 35-year-old Brazilian former lightweight champion, briefly displayed his vast experience but ultimately […]
Jake Paul Triumphs Over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in Bout
Celebrity boxer Jake Paul has emerged victorious in his cruiserweight fight against former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, winning by unanimous decision with scores of 99-91, 97-93, and 98-92. The 10-round fight took place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, marking Paul’s triumphant return to the ring seven months after his notable bout […]
Pacquiao Returns to Boxing at 46
Boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, aged 46, has announced a sensational return to the ring, nearly four years after his last bout. The Filipino legend will challenge WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19 in Las Vegas, aiming to become the oldest welterweight world champion in history. “I’m back,” Pacquiao declared on social media. “Let’s […]
Fans Fantasize About Small Doctor vs Portable Boxing Match
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, […]
Joshua Is Not a Real Nigerian, Says Efe Ajagba
Nigerian heavyweight Efe Ajagba has sparked controversy with his comments about fellow boxer Anthony Joshua, stating that Joshua is not a “real Nigerian.” Ajagba made these remarks after his fight against Congolese contender Martin Bakole ended in a dramatic majority draw at the ANB Arena in Riyadh on Sunday morning. When asked if Joshua might […]
Ajagba, Bakole Claim Victory as Boxers Agree Rematch
Nigeria’s world heavyweight title prospect, Efe Ajagba, and his opponent, Martin Bakole of Congo, have both claimed victory in their highly anticipated bout, which ended in a majority draw. The fight, held in Saudi Arabia as part of the Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull card, saw both boxers give it their all, but the judges’ […]