In a thrilling contest at the FHA field in Festac Town, Lagos, Idowu Rasheed emerged victorious, knocking out George Ojukwu and securing the Heritage Boxing Entertainment (HBE) light-heavyweight title.

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Rasheed’s performance was met with roaring applause from spectators present, including members of the Francis Aiyegbeni Boxing Gym, where he trains.

The bout lasted six rounds, but it was in the second round that Rasheed delivered the decisive blow, sending Ojukwu to the canvas.

This TKO win showcased Rasheed’s power and determination as he continued to impress in the ring.

Notably, he had already dropped his opponent in the first round, setting the tone for the fight.

For the 24-year-old Rasheed, this victory was a significant comeback after suffering a defeat to the national light-heavyweight champion, Muibi Lekan, on May 28.

In that bout, he faced a KO loss at the hands of Lekan in a match held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Lagos.

Remarkably, Rasheed’s professional boxing career has been marked by explosive performances. All six of his fights have ended in knockouts, with five of them resulting in wins.

The one loss to Lekan notwithstanding, Rasheed’s record speaks of his prowess and potential in the boxing world.

In addition to the main event, other boxers showcased their skills in light-heavyweight challenge bouts. Chinedu Okeke secured a victory with a first-round knockout over Adebayo Tianiyu, demonstrating the dominance of his boxing abilities.

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Another thrilling light-heavyweight challenge bout featured Obasa Esadajaye, who achieved victory through a knockout, sending the formidable David Adeyemi sprawling just 44 seconds into the second round of the contest.

The fight left spectators captivated and underlined the remarkable talent within the Nigerian boxing scene.

The Heritage Boxing Entertainment event offered an exciting display of boxing talent, showcasing the resilience, power, and precision of these fighters as they battled for supremacy in their respective weight classes.