Tag: Boxing Bout
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BOXING: “Defeating Franklin ‘ll be one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history” -Buhari prays for Anthony Joshua
President Muhammadu Buhari has prayed that the victory of Nigerian-born boxer, Anthony Joshua, in last night’s boxing bout against American professional boxer, Jermaine Franklin, would be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history. Commending the triumph of the gifted pugilist over a formidable opponent, President Buhari wished Joshua a bright…
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Mayweather meets Amaechi, reveals plans for Nigeria (PHOTOS)
Mayweather says the ultimate plan is to find the next Mayweather. I want to work with kids, it’s all about giving back, helping the youths and the young generation coming up. I want to build a boxing camp for the kids.
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Boxer Anthony Jushua prepares extensively for Usyk rematch
British boxer of Nigerian root Anthony Joshua has revealed that he has devised a new game-plan ahead his rematch with Ukranian boxer Oleksandr Usyk.. AJ as he;s fondly called gave up all his IBF, WBO and WBA titles last September after being beaten by Usyk in a unanimous decision by all the judges.
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Tyson Fury avoids Anthony Joshua, sets retirement date
Heavy weight WBC champion Tyson Fury has hinted that he would retire after his match with Dillian Whyte in April Whyte has been virtually silent on social media since promoter Frank Warren won the rights to the fight at a January purse bid with a record $41,025,000. He waited until last Monday’s deadline to sign…