British boxer and junior welterweight, Ohara Davies, has expressed ambitions to become an ambassador to aid the growth of boxing in Ghana.

He made this known at a weigh-in ceremony organized for boxers on June 12 ahead of Legacy Rise Sports' ‘Battle of the Beasts’ fight night event slated for June 13.

Expressing his appreciation to be a part of the boxing event, he disclosed his intention to be one of the agents that sees to the growth of the boxing fraternity.

"I see big things for boxing, and I would like to be a part of it. I feel passionate about it because it's where I am from, and I would like to be a part of it. I would like to be an ambassador for the progression of boxing in Ghana," the veteran boxer told The Independent Ghana during an interaction at Bukom Park, Accra.

Davies, who holds a record of 25 wins, 4 losses, and 18 knockouts, prepares to face off with Tanzanian Mohamed Aliseni over eight rounds on Friday night.

Sharaf Mahama, CEO of Legacy Rise Sports and son of President John Dramani Mahama, is set to host what organisers describe as the “biggest boxing event in recent times” at the Bukom Boxing Arena today.

A press launch regarding the event took place at Multichoice’s Achimota hub on June 11, drawing trainers, promoters, media, and national figures.

A public weigh-in was also held on Thursday at 5 p.m. at Bukom Square Park.

Ghana’s Jacob “The Beast” Dickson is set to face off against American boxer Andrew Tabiti in a highly anticipated bout with the WBC Africa Bridgerweight title at stake. The matchup promises to deliver explosive action as both fighters vie for regional supremacy.

In the featured bantamweight showdown, WBO Africa Bantamweight champion Daniel Selassie Gorsh will square off against veteran contender Theo Allotey, popularly known as “Lopez.” The fight is expected to showcase the technical brilliance and grit that define elite African boxing.

Another highlight of the evening will be the cruiserweight contest, where Haruna “Thunder” Mohammed will defend his national title against the formidable Abdulai Ahmed. The matchup is expected to be intense, with both fighters bringing power and pride to the ring.

Also generating buzz is the rising knockout artist Abubakar Kamoko, widely known as Bukom Tilapia and son of Ghanaian boxing legend Bukom Banku. He will take on Stephen Ackon in a thrilling undercard bout that is already drawing attention from fans and pundits alike.

The driving force behind the event, Sharaf Mahama, stressed the importance of creating a global platform for Ghanaian fighters.

He tells the media, “We are determined to give our local boxers the global exposure they deserve.”