Adebayo achieved a clear unanimous decision victory after an exhilarating ten-round match, highlighted by a first-round knockdown that established the momentum for his success.
“This is a moment of immense happiness for me,” expressed a delighted Adebayo post-fight.
“Winning the national title has been a long-held aspiration, and I take great pride in accomplishing it so convincingly.”
The event organizers, Balmoral Group, fulfilled their commitment to an action-filled “Fight Night,” with Adebayo’s main event bout standing out as the pinnacle of the evening.
Ezekiel Adamu, CEO of Balmoral Group, commended the high caliber of boxing showcased.
“This is precisely what we envisioned when we initiated our monthly fight series, aimed at highlighting Nigeria’s boxing talent and offering a platform for these athletes to excel,” he remarked.
In other matches, Rilwan Lawal outpointed Taofeeq Ganiyu in an eight-round featherweight bout, while Yusuf Adisa claimed a unanimous decision victory over Babatunde Oni in their super-bantamweight clash.
Abiodun Adeniyi emerged victorious against Fatai Balogun after four rounds in the cruiserweight category, and Muritador Monyasahu achieved a notable stoppage, knocking out Idowu Okusote in the second round.
Dr. Rafiu Oladipo, President of the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control, extended his congratulations to Adebayo and the event organizers, stating, “This event showcases the rich talent present in Nigerian boxing.”
NBBofC Secretary General Remi Aboderin praised the fighters for their efforts, characterizing the night as a significant success.
“From the opening bell to the final bout, every boxer demonstrated their dedication. This is the essence of boxing; the talent, determination, and resilience.”
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