Four talented Nigerian boxers are set to make history as they represent the nation in the inaugural Riyadh Season WBC Boxing Grand Prix, Sports247 reports.
The Nigerians will writing their new in the history book as one of the first set of boxers that participate in the groundbreaking tournament that will feature 128 fighters across four divisions competing for global glory.
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This landmark event, sanctioned by the World Boxing Council (WBC), kicks off April 17–20 at the prestigious BLVD City Global Theater in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The tournament will unfold over five rounds from April to December 2025, showcasing matchups in featherweight, junior welterweight, middleweight, and heavyweight divisions.
Each weight class begins with 32 fighters. Over four action-packed days, 16 bouts will take place daily, with all fights consisting of six three-minute rounds.
The opening stage will reduce the pool from 128 to 64 competitors, with subsequent rounds slated for August, October, and December culminating in the grand final.
Meet Team Nigeria
Nigeria will be proudly represented by four promising fighters, each determined to make their mark on the world stage:
Yusuf Adisa Adeniji – Featherweight Record: 14-0 (10 KOs)
Undefeated and known for his lightning speed and knockout power, Adeniji is widely seen as a standout contender in the featherweight division.
Rasheed “Fhally Boy” Adeyemo – Middleweight Record: 15-0-0 (8 KOs)
A dominant force in Nigerian boxing, Adeyemo enters the Grand Prix as the reigning national middleweight champion with an unblemished record.
Idris Timilehin Ghadamosi – FeatherweightRecord: 7-0
Based in Dubai, Ghadamosi is an emerging talent known for his skill and charisma in the ring. He is widely tipped as one to watch during the tournament.
Michael Adesodun – Super Lightweight Record: 9-0 (7 KOs)
At just 21 years old, Adesodun boasts an impressive knockout rate. With seven knockouts in nine fights, he is determined to defend his undefeated record and take his career to the next level.
A Historic Moment for Nigeria Boxing
The inclusion of Nigerian athletes in this prestigious global event marks a major milestone for Nigeria boxing.
Competing against some of the world’s best, these fighters carry the hopes of a continent and the ambition to establish Nigeria as a powerhouse in the international boxing scene.
As the bell rings in Riyadh, all eyes will be on these Nigerian warriors as they strive for victory, glory, and a place in the annals of boxing history.
