The Total Destruction event, which was held on Sunday at the National Institute for Sports, National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos State, lived up to its name, delivering a night of thrilling bouts and spectacular knockouts, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
The event, organised by DeLads Boxing Promotions and sanctioned by the West African Boxing Union as well as the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control, featured 16 Nigerian boxers trading punches in an action-packed night of boxing.
WABU President Remi Aboderin, who is also the General Secretary of the NBBofC, told our correspondent that they promised fireworks and have delivered them.
“We said before the event that this would be an electric atmosphere, and we delivered with spectacular fights. Every single fight kept the fans on the edge of their seats,” Aboderin said.
NBBofC Chairman Rafiu Oladipo also hailed the event as one of the best, saying, “This is one of the best events of the year, and we have more coming before the year runs out.”
In the main event, Lekan Muibi became the new West African Boxing Union light-heavyweight champion by defeating Olanrewaju Segun via unanimous decision after ten intense rounds.
Muibi, known as “The Engine,” remained undefeated, with the victory extending his record to 15 professional career wins, while this fight ended his all-knockout record with all 14 prior fights ending by stoppage.
The night began with Taye Fajimi securing a unanimous decision victory over Segun Gbobaniyi in an eight-round super lightweight clash. In another notable bout, Nurudeen Salau handed Sifon Iwatt his first career loss with a unanimous decision win from the judges.
Raheem Animasahu also emerged victorious, defeating Ojo Arabambi by unanimous decision after six rounds in their super lightweight contest. The super featherweight fight between Sikiru Shogbesan and Azeez Lateef was the only bout that produced no winner, as it ended in a draw after eight rounds.
Olanrewaju Durodola defeated Idris Afinni by a unanimous decision, showcasing his dominance in the ring. Afolabi Shittu added another knockout to his record, stopping his opponent in the second round. Similarly, Emmanuel Abimbola knocked out Semiu Olapade in the third round of their eight-round lightweight clash.
The Total Destruction event showcased the rising talent in Nigerian boxing, with each bout delivering intense action and memorable moments for the fans in attendance.