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Ezra and Lekan
By Ejete Ephraim
The highly anticipated Boxing event “Chaos in the ring” lived up to its name following a fiery press conference held in Lagos as promoters, managers, and top-tier fighters gathered to preview what promises to be an unforgettable night of professional boxing scheduled for October 1st.
The briefing that took place at the Balmoral Event Centre at Sheraton hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, delivered dramatic face-offs, sharp verbal jabs, and high-stake callouts across multiple weight classes, cementing the event as a huge milestone for Nigerian boxing.
The event, however, got off to a fiery start as a war of words erupted between Freezy and Godday, stealing much of the spotlight. with panelists expressing intense excitement over the stylistic clash and heated tension between the two contenders. Organizers noted that a victory for Godday could position him as the undisputed face of Nigerian boxing.
Addressing questions regarding the integration of female fighters on the fight card and navigating cultural sensitivities in Africa, Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, the Chief Executive officer of Balmoral Promotions delivered a blunt and passionate defense of the sport, proclaiming that the inclusion marks a progressive leap for the sport.
He also revealed that the bout between Phyna and Nkechi Blessing will be a four-round contest, with each round lasting two minutes.
Meanwhile, the Undercard Battles including Lekan Muibi, Ezra, commanded heavy attention as fighters traded verbal blows regarding their readiness, confidence, and knockout streaks.
The action-packed Independence Day event promises fans a historic night of elite-level competition.
