by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 13, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International, Other Sports
Michael Decardi Nelson, an undefeated Ghanaian boxer with a record of 8-0-1, is set to showcase his skills in an upcoming fight in India on November 30th. The bout will take place at White Houzz in Bengaluru, presenting a significant opportunity for the 22-year-old to gain international exposure and experience.
Training at the renowned Akotoku Academy, Nelson is confident and hopeful for a win as he prepares to face Ladinsanga of India. The event, overseen by the Indian Boxing Council, is being promoted by Payam Honari of Crown Boxing Promotions and Mujtaba Kamal of Grassroot Boxing Promotions, with Kamal also serving as the matchmaker.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 13, 2024 | Africa, International, Other Sports
South Africa Women’s Sevens team successfully defended their Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens title by defeating Kenya 19-10 in a thrilling final, capping off an impressive tournament performance.
Kenya opened the scoring when Stellah Wafula became the first player in the tournament to score against the formidable South African side. Ayanda Malinga quickly responded with a try in the corner to level the game.
In the second half, Kenya regained the lead through a powerful run from Sharon Auma. However, South Africa bounced back when Felicia Jacobs finished off a line break by Zihtle Mhpupa, putting them ahead with a converted try. The intense match saw Kenya pushing hard to reclaim the lead, but South Africa’s defense held strong. Jacobs sealed the victory with a final try, securing South Africa’s win.
Both South Africa and Kenya earned spots in the 2025 Challenger Series, with Uganda claiming the third slot after defeating Madagascar 17-5 in the playoff.
The 2024 Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens tournament, organized by Rugby Africa in collaboration with the Ghanaian government, featured 12 national teams, including top contenders such as South Africa, Kenya, Tunisia, Zimbabwe, and Madagascar.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 12, 2024 | Boxing, International, Other Sports
After building a reputation as a disruptive force in the boxing world, Jake Paul is set to take on Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated match this Friday. This fight, postponed from June due to Tyson’s health setback, has sparked immense excitement among fans.
Paul, who has steadily improved since his boxing debut in 2020, has set his sights on boxing icon Canelo Alvarez as his next opponent if he triumphs over Tyson. On the Timbo and Sugar Show, Paul declared that a victory over Tyson would cement his status as the “face of boxing” and pave the way for an epic cruiserweight showdown with Canelo. Despite Canelo’s typical 168-pound weight class, Paul believes a 200-pound cruiserweight clash would align with Canelo’s own ambitions and would mark one of the biggest upsets in boxing history.
However, Paul must first overcome Tyson, a heavyweight legend, in their upcoming match—a battle many are calling the biggest fight in recent boxing history.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 12, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, International, Other Sports
Francis Ngannou may have found his next opponent, as MMA champion Reug Reug calls for a showdown with “The Predator.” The recently crowned ONE Championship heavyweight title-holder made waves by defeating Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 169, securing a close and controversial victory. Following his monumental win, Reug Reug is eager to take on a new challenge and is publicly calling for a high-stakes fight against Ngannou.
In an Instagram post, Reug Reug urged ONE Championship and PFL to organize the match, promising a historic battle between two of Africa’s top MMA fighters. Declaring that he’s been consistently underestimated, the Senegalese fighter sees a fight with Ngannou as a chance to further his legacy and showcase African pride on the world stage.
Meanwhile, Ngannou, who recently ventured into the boxing ring, also has opportunities there, with high-profile names seeking to challenge him. Following a closely contested match with Tyson Fury and a subsequent loss to Anthony Joshua, Ngannou may consider both MMA and boxing offers as he weighs his next steps.
by Kelly Eric Ehor | Nov 12, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, International, Nigeria, Other Sports
World Boxing Federation (WBF) President, Howard Goldberg, has confirmed his attendance at the highly anticipated featherweight world title fight between Nigeria’s Taiwo Agbaje and Tanzania’s Loren Japhet. The event will take place on December 7 at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Goldberg, who canceled a prior commitment in Las Vegas to attend the match, expressed enthusiasm for the bout in a video message, highlighting its significance to the WBF. A top referee from Europe has also been appointed to officiate, underscoring the international attention on the fight.
Originally scheduled for the Alfred Diete Spiff Sports Centre, the event was relocated to the larger Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Elekahia due to anticipated crowd size. Promoted by Emmanuel Emenogu of Zeus Sports and Entertainment, the fight night will feature several key matches, including the return of former heavyweight contender Ike ‘The President’ Ibeabuchi, who faces Egypt’s Sammy Abdalla after two decades away from the sport.
Other bouts include Elizabeth Oshoba versus Hargar Mohammed and King Davidson against Ayman Mohammed. Local dignitaries and notable personalities, including King Ateke Tom, have shown their support, with sports stars like Finidi George, Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha, and Burna Boy expected in attendance. The event is anticipated to bring a positive impact to Rivers State, with former Nigerian goalkeeper Peterside Idah noting the role of sports in unifying the community.
