Thrilling triple-header at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium set to pack a punch

Gqeberha boxing fans are in for a night to remember at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday, where a thrilling triple-header promises edge-of-the-seat action. Razell Mohamed of Gqeberhawill defend her South African junior heavyweight title against Rita Mrwebi of Gauteng in the highly anticipated event hosted by Zantsi’s Showtime Productions together with the MBDA and NMBM. Nozipho Bell of Gqeberhawill face Zimbabwe’s Chiedza Homakoma for the vacant female WBFI intercontinental junior welterweight championship.

Meanwhile, Knysna’s Mbuyiseli Ndukwaka will challenge KuGompo City’s Hlumelo Gingana for the vacant IBO Africa lightweight title. Event organiser Mbali Zantsi from Showtime Productions said most of the fighters are from Nelson Mandela Bay. She said the event gives local supporters the opportunity to witness hometown talent go toe-to-toe with some of the best fighters from other provinces.

“The event will be headlined by two major female title fights — one of our NMB fighters will be challenging for an international title, while another will be defending her South African title,” Zantsi said. “The undercard is also stacked with exciting local prospects, all eager to prove themselves on a big stage. “Every fight has been carefully matched to ensure competitive, entertaining boxing from start to finish.

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Fans can expect an electric atmosphere and explosive action throughout the night. Also in action will be Siyamnekela Gqubule vs Lelethu Bolo (both from Gqeberha) in the mini-flyweight contest, and Lubabalo Soga (Kareiga) vs Siphosethu Madasi (Makhanda) junior bantamweight. Other bouts include: Sibusiso Moyakhe (Gqeberha) vs Siphesihle Mpolweni (Makhanda) bantamweight; Libona Rali (Gqeberha) vs Ziviwe Ntobongwana (KuGompo City); and Yibanathi Magwa vs Milani George (both from Gqeberha) mini flyweight.

“Our fighters and our city deserve a world-class stage, and Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium is exactly that. As a Fifa World Cup venue, it is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and a symbol of excellence.

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