Ghanaian boxer Seth "Freezy Macbones" Gyimah emerged victorious in the WBO Africa Light Heavyweight Continental Championship fight against Nigeria's Godday "Zodsolo" Appah on October 1 at the Federal Palace Hotel Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. The highly anticipated bout went 10 intense rounds, with Gyimah ultimately securing a majority decision win. The judges scored the contest 95–93, 95–93, and 94–94, marking Gyimah's first career professional title.
The fight was a closely contested match, with both fighters displaying remarkable skill and endurance. Gyimah, 37, credited his family and Balmoral Group Promotions founder, Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, for keeping him motivated throughout the challenging bout. He also acknowledged Appah's exceptional abilities, describing him as strong, skillful, and having a long range. Gyimah expressed his respect for Appah, stating that if he weren't a smart boxer, he would have been stopped by his opponent.
The event, titled "Chaos in the Ring," featured several other professional matches on the undercard. Yusuf Adisa Adeniji defeated Ghana's David Tagoe by unanimous decision, while Israel Makinde stopped Abiodun Muyideen in the first round. Basit "Joker Boy" Adebayo recorded a sixth-round stoppage against Toheeb Kehinde, and Muibi Lekan defeated Eworitse Ezra Arenyeka by unanimous decision. These matches showcased the competitive nature of the event.
In addition to the professional bouts, the event included viral celebrity exhibition cards. Big Brother Naija winner Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, known as Phyna, defeated actress Nkechi Blessing via a fourth-round technical knockout (TKO) to claim Nigeria's first-ever female celebrity boxing title. Following her win, Phyna challenged Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia to a future bout.
Another celebrity match saw Oderhowho Joseph Efe, also known as Carter Efe, successfully defend his male celebrity title by dominating Darlington Okoye, known as Speed Darlington, over a four-round contest. Carter Efe expressed confidence after the win, calling out international targets, including American rapper DDG and former world champion Floyd Mayweather.
The event was a significant success, featuring a range of competitive matches and exhibition bouts. Gyimah's victory marked a milestone in his career, while Appah's performance demonstrated his skill and resilience. The celebrity matches added an entertaining element to the event, with Phyna and Carter Efe emerging victorious.
The "Chaos in the Ring" event showcased the talent and determination of various boxers, both professional and celebrity. With Gyimah's WBO Africa Light Heavyweight Continental Championship win, the event concluded on a high note, highlighting the competitive nature of the sport.
Key points
- Gyimah won the WBO Africa Light Heavyweight Continental Championship by defeating Appah via a majority decision.
- The event featured several professional matches and celebrity exhibition cards, showcasing competitive boxing and entertaining performances.
- Gyimah credited his family and Dr. Ezekiel Adamu for his motivation, while also acknowledging Appah's exceptional skills.
