13th June 2025 8:43:56 AM
2 mins readAll is set for the much-anticipated “Battle of the Beasts” fight night being organised by Legacy Rise Sports, led by Chief Executive Officer Sharaf Mahama.
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Boxing lovers gather at the iconic Bukom Boxing Arena this evening to witness world-class action, with local and international boxers battling for supremacy.
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The main attraction of the night will see Ghana’s Jacob Dickson (aka The Beast) face off against American fighter Andrew Tabiti (also nicknamed The Beast) in a fierce contest for the WBC Africa Bridgerweight Title—a bout that has sparked major excitement among fans.
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Another fan-favorite clash features Abubakar Kamoko (aka Bukom Tilapia), son of the legendary Bukom Banku, who will take on Stephen Ackon in a bout that promises energy, power, and passion.
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Also on the card, Haruna Mohammed (aka Thunder) will defend his National Cruiserweight Title against Abdulai Ahmed from Fit Square Gym.
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With ten thrilling bouts lined up, this fight night is curated by former world champion Amir Khan in collaboration with Legacy Rise Sports Promotions.
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At a press conference held at the Multichoice Office in Achimota on Wednesday, Sharaf Mahama expressed his commitment to giving Ghanaian boxers the global exposure they deserve.
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He commended all the foreign boxers who traveled to Ghana to be part of the event and extended gratitude to the sponsors and partners who are making the night possible.
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Renowned trainer Coach Ofori Asare of Wisdom Boxing Gym highlighted the importance of fair officiating, especially in the highly anticipated bout between his fighter, Theo Allotey (aka Lopez), and Daniel Selassie Gorsh, who will be defending his WBO Africa Bantamweight title.
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Asare described Allotey as a seasoned fighter whose experience and transition from amateur to professional ranks make him the right contender for the title.
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“Boxing is not about trash talk—it’s about delivering in the ring,” Asare said, adding that his fighters are ready to impress fans with dominant performances.
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Coach Carl Lokko of Bronx Boxing Club emphasized his gym’s reputation as the “house of champions,” stating that although his boxers often miss out on amateur national team selections, they consistently shine at the professional level.
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In his brief but confident remarks, reigning WBO Africa champion Daniel Gorsh promised fireworks, declaring, “On the D-day, we shall see who is who.”
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On Thursday, fans got a chance to see their favorite fighters up close during the official weigh-in and public appearance at Bukom Square Park.
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