In a historic night of boxing, Nigeria’s Adijat ‘Dija’ Opeyemi Gbadamosi etched her name in the annals of African sports history as she became the first Nigerian woman to claim an African boxing title.
The highly-anticipated co-main event showcased Gbadamosi’s undeniable talent as she secured a TKO victory over Zimbabwean fighter, Patience Mastara, in the fifth round of their ten-round showdown for the Africa Super Bantamweight female title.
Gbadamosi’s remarkable journey to this moment began with her youth Olympic Silver medal win in 2018, and now she has solidified her status as a true champion. Displaying her skills, resilience, and determination, Opeyemi Gbadamosi left no doubt about her dominance in the ring, overpowering her opponent to claim the coveted title.
In another thrilling encounter, Nigeria’s Victor Beneth faced off against Ghana’s Moses Kwaku in a battle of titans in the Light Heavyweight category. With Kwaku stepping in as a late replacement for Zimbabwe’s Anele Bafana, the fight took on an added layer of excitement as the traditional Nigeria versus Ghana rivalry was reignited. Beneth, showcasing his prowess and boxing finesse, emerged victorious with a unanimous decision, securing his place in the winner’s circle. The bout between these two fierce competitors was hailed as the best of the night, providing an adrenaline-fueled spectacle for the enthusiastic crowd.
Adding to the night’s excitement, Manchester-based Ezra ‘Nigerian King’ Arenyeka took on Philibert Sodjinou from Benin Republic in the Super Middleweight division. With the bout scheduled for eight rounds, Arenyeka wasted no time in asserting his dominance, delivering a powerful first-round TKO. Undefeated with an impressive record of 11-0, including 9 knockout victories, Arenyeka showcased his skills and solidified his position as the Nigerian Super Middleweight champion.
The electrifying atmosphere was further enhanced by the sensational performance of Ghanaian artist Stone Bwoy, captivating the crowd with his high-energy act. Nigerian acts Jumabee, B-Tone, and Prince also made their presence felt, contributing to the vibrant entertainment on the momentous night of King of the Ring 3.
Following the success of the previous two editions held in Lagos, Nigeria, the next installment of the thrilling series is set to take place in South Africa, promising more action-packed bouts and memorable moments for boxing enthusiasts across the continent.
