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Harare, Zimbabwe – The country’s boxing scene is abuzz with excitement as the “Rise of Champions 6” tournament approaches. Scheduled to take place on August 30 at the 7 Arts Theatre in Harare, the event promises to showcase the talents of Zimbabwe’s next generation of boxing champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The highlight of the evening will be the World Boxing Federation (WBF) championship battle between Zimbabwe’s Bongani Makovora and Malawi’s Musa Kananji. In a national title fight, Shungu Kupani from Otto Boxing Club will face Fania Musekwa from Masvingo for the National Super Bantamweight title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We’ve got a packed card of ten bouts, including two title fights, and we’re expecting a thrilling evening of boxing,” said event organiser Allie Otto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Our new crop of boxers has big shoes to fill, but we’re confident they’ll make a strong impression.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tournament will also mark the return of former African Boxing Union (ABU) lightweight champion, Issa Aliyah Phiri. After a period away from the sport due to an anti-doping ban, Phiri will step back into the ring to face Jonathan Longato from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Phiri has continued his training diligently and is ready to make his comeback,” said his coach, Allie Otto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We’re expecting a strong performance from him.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Zimbabwean champion Beaven Sibanda, who recently won the International Boxing Federation (IBF) championship, spoke about the importance of role models in the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Charles Poggi became the most known champion in the world, and for that, Zimbabwe was put on the map,” Sibanda said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“We’ve been following in his steps trying to reach what he achieved.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sibanda emphasised that becoming a champion requires dedication and perseverance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“It’s not easy, but with hard work and determination, anything is possible,” he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The “Rise of Champions 6” tournament promises to be an exciting event, with fans eagerly anticipating the performance of Zimbabwe’s new generation of boxers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rise of Champions 6 Full Bout Card<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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