Abigail Kwartekaa Quartey has made history as Ghana’s first-ever female world boxing champion after defeating the UK’s Sangeeta Birdie at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Quartey displayed remarkable skill and resilience throughout the bout, securing a unanimous decision victory to claim the IBF Super Bantamweight title. Judges scored the fight 98-91 in her favor, showcasing her dominance over her opponent.

This historic win boosts Abigail’s professional record to 9 victories in 10 fights, with 6 wins by knockout and a single loss. She is currently ranked number one in Ghana and 50th globally out of 170 competitors in her division