Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba has expressed excitement ahead of his much-anticipated showdown with Martin Bakole scheduled for May 3 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The heavyweight clash was originally scheduled to take place in New York but has been rescheduled for the undercard of Saul “Canelo” Alvarez’s super middleweight championship match against William Scull.
The rescheduling comes in the wake of Bakole’s recent knockout loss to Joseph Parker in February, where the Congolese fighter was defeated in the second round after stepping in as a late replacement for an ill Daniel Dubois.
Despite the setback, Bakole has quickly accepted the opportunity to face Nigeria’s Ajagba, maintaining his position as a top-five heavyweight in multiple rankings.
Bakole, who stands at 21-2 with 16 knockouts, will be looking to bounce back from his recent defeat, while Ajagba brings a record of 20-1 with 14 knockouts to the ring.
The May 3 fight represents a crucial opportunity for both fighters to make a statement in the competitive heavyweight division, with both boxers known for their knockout power.
