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Ronnie Shields, Efe Ajagba's trainer: "At the weigh-in, the guy's wife went up to my fighter and asked him to please not hurt her husband. The ESPN+ stream will include heavyweight destroyer Efe Ajagba (15-1, 12 KOs) against Jozsef Darmos (14-4-3, 10 KOs) in an eight round affair. [17] Ajagba was knocked down en route to a unanimous decision defeat, with scores of 9891, 9891 and 9792 for Snchez. Instead, Shaw fought passively, allowing Ajagba to outhustle him for most of the fight. As you can see before the fight, I was joking, smiling. As an amateur, he won a gold medal at the 2015 African Games and bronze at the 2014 Commonwealth Games . Ajagba is 6' 5" (6 Foot and 5 inches) which is 196cm (1 meter and 96 centimeters). His opponent, Efe Ajagba wins by disqualification. Ajagba (17-1, 13 KOs) simply outworked Shaw, throwing and landing more punches than his opponent (111 of 430 to 78 of 341, according to CompuBox). He doesnt know when to stop. .node-type-video #views-exposed-form-haymon-search-video-page i.fa-search::before { Ajagba was uncomfortable talking about the fortune he stands to make if things go well. padding-bottom: 56.25%; Many believe Harper was scared to fight Ajagba, an undefeated fighter who had knocked out the five opponents he'd faced before that bout. Ajagba sent yet. Sanchez won 98-91, 98-91 and 97-92. Unbeaten heavyweight returns to the ring this Sunday night for the first time since one of boxing's most bizarre scenes occurred when his last opponent walked out of the ring instead of facing the dangerous prospect from Nigeria. If he wants to build on his recent success, he needs to push himself harder inside the ropes. RISING heavyweight star Efe Ajagba clocked up his sixth consecutive victory. Efe Ajagba was born on 22 April 1994 in Delta State. [2] He was coached by Anthony Konyegwachie. After that, I'll see who's there to fight before the world title shot.". } As a professional, Ajagba holds the record for the fastest victory in boxing history after his opponent Curtis Harper was disqualified for leaving the ring 1 second after . opponent was disqualified for leaving the ring one second after the opening bell. Heavyweight Zhang upsets Joyce with TKO win, Source: Mayer gets new foe; Linardatou off card, U.S. joins new boxing group to save Games spot, Source: Crews-Dezurn gets Marshall after mix-up, Jake Paul-Nate Diaz boxing match set for Aug. 5, Mendoza takes Fundora's belt with stunning KO, Shields gets Motor City title defense vs. Gabriels. He Walked Out On His Opponent. Ever since stepping into the ring, the 27-year-old has shown great agility by destroying his opponents and every obstacle on his path to glory. Been waiting to see you and get the contract," Rosenberg texted Romero the day of the fight. Who could Joshua face next as he eyes a title shot? That fight was 3 months and 4 days ago. What happens when a boxer kills his opponent? All the 30-year-old from St. Louis can do now is learn from the disappointment and fight harder every time out going forward. He also won a gold medal at the 2015 African Games. Ajagba is an imposing figure6 feet, 5 inches (196 cm) and around 235 pounds (107 kilos) of lean, chiseled muscleand had knocked out each of his five previous opponents, four in the first round. Nigerian boxer, Efe Ajagba, has claimed a win against formerly unbeaten Stephan Show in the early hours of Sunday morning faring better than the last time he fought a boxer-puncher. I asked him, 'What the ****? Im learning a lot every day.. height: auto; If you feel that isnt the case, please check your licensing agreements with the Promoter(s) / TV Station(s) / management company(ies) of the fighter or contest in question. ", Ajagba: "Right now, I'm scared of my next fight because of what people are saying. That was a welcome sight for Ajagba fans after he had disappointed in his last outing vs Jonathan Rice last September. There he found a boxing coach willing to work with him.The argument-ending knockout not withstanding the young wannabe had no idea how to throw a proper punch. This is the day of the fight. for the fastest victory in boxing history. Is it time for football to phase out heading? What was Ajagba's last fight? "Next year," he states. news delivered to your inbox. 22 April 1994 in Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria, to Mr and Mrs Samuel Ajagba. Add our schedule to your calendar and receive a reminder before each The commission won't let a fight happen without a signed contract. Sandra Rosenberg said her husband never received a contract that was signed by the fight's promoter, Warriors Boxing's Leon Margules, or a second contract, a bout agreement, that she said is standard with all fights. Thats gone for now. .node-type-video #views-exposed-form-haymon-search-video-page i.fa-search::before { It's unbelievable, and I've been in boxing for 47 years and I've never ever seen that. "But I'm looking forward to Sanchez first. Chandler would go on to dominate Round 2 before Poirier fought back in the final round to submit his opponent . [7] In the first round Ajagba beat Ugandan Michael Sekamembe on points,[8] he defeated Tunisian boxer Aymen Trabelsi in the semifinal to secure his qualification,[9] then in the final he beat Mohamed Arjaoui of Morocco. KOs. Efe Ajagba doesn't currently have a fight scheduled. Odds: Davis 2-1 favorite (average of multiple outlets) I punch harder than Tyson Fury. } As an amateur, he won a gold medal at the 2015 African Games and bronze at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. In 2011, he decided to try boxing, a decision that came to pay off in his life. It's the best place to create a huge event for boxing. Add our schedule to your calendar and receive a reminder before each PBC fight. The ESPN+ stream will include heavyweight destroyer Efe Ajagba (15-1, 12 KOs) against Jozsef Darmos (14-4-3, 10 KOs) in an eight round affair. [1] He formerly worked in a bakery. Here's a look into his biography and much more! Home; Beatles and Boxing; Best All-Time Boxing Movies; Biography of "The Boxing Twins" Book Reviews by The USA Boxing News; Boxing in New England and other places By Kirk Lang Just need to get official approval.". Unbeaten sensation Efe Ajagba faces a yet-to-be-named opponent in the co-main event and rising heavyweight Frank Snchez meets Joey Dawejko in a 10-round attraction as heavyweights hit the primetime at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Undefeated heavyweight prospect Efe Ajagba was scheduled to fight Jacksonville native Curtis Harper in a six round heavyweight attraction during the event. Here's the tiny oral history of the night Curtis Harper walked out of a ring in Minneapolis, according to the folks who were there. Yes, because I have the skills, and I have the reach, and I have the power in both arms.. In the end, no one was surprised by the scoring. When: Saturday, April 22 Hes big. However, that mightve been the result of Sanchezs tactics. Thats Ajagbas goal, a world title. "Looking for possibly one more fight, then that's it. overflow: auto !important; Dad marched to the gym and told the coach in no uncertain terms: No, its not possible.The impromptu meeting produced an agreement: Efe would train early in the morning and work afterward. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Ajagba (16-1, 13 KOs) had been scheduled to face Oscar Rivas, but he suffered a detached retina in training and had to be replaced. Ninety of the 111 punches he landed were jabs, meaning he connected on an average of 2.1 power shots per round (to 3.0 for Shaw). } They project that he could become a championship contender within two years, assuming things continue to go well. He was leading 59-55, 59-55 and 58-56. FRANK SANCHEZ shocked the Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder crowd by punching Efe Ajagba when his knee was down. His birthplace is the town of Ughelli in Delta State, Nigeria. However, there are no details about Efe Ajagba's cars and house. Ajagba loved soccer but decided by 2011 that he had a better chance of building a career in the ring, which led him to a local sports center in his hometown of Ughelli in central Nigeria. Harper got disqualified for leaving the ring 1 second after the opening bell. ET - Heavyweight knockout artist Efe Ajagba will make his Top Rank on ESPN debut Saturday, Sept. 19 against veteran Jonnie Rice in a 10-rounder as the co . The bout will be. Efe Ajagba (born 22 April 1994) is a Nigerian professional boxer. Ajagba, his feet firmly on the ground, doesnt want that to be his fate. However, an official with the Oneida Indian Nation Athletic Commission, which oversaw the card, saw on replays that a punch caused the gash and in effect ordered Esteves to see for himself before a final decision would be made. Who could blame Harper if he was afraid? That's exactly what happened when Efe Ajagba knocked out Brian Howard in the third round of the Top Rank match in Osage Casino in Tulsa on Saturday night. ", Harper: "If I could do it all over again, I wouldn't have even got on the plane. I just dont see the all-around ability. 10 And those close to him, including his trainer, Nate Campbell, said there was no problem until fight night. He made his international debut in the 2014 Commonwealth Games at Glasgow, Scotland, representing his country in the Super-Heavyweight division. Thats the good fortune of Zhang, who used a wicked straight left to upset previously unbeaten top contender Joe Joyce by a sixth-round knockout Saturday night in London. an entrepreneur & business coach. The opportunity to fight a well-known opponent in a main event on national television (ESPN) doesnt come around often. four-division superstar Saul Canelo Alvarez. His father, Ajagba said, was unable to work because of health problems.Thats why the elder Ajagba, a former amateur boxer who gave up the sport to work, wasnt thrilled when his son declared he wanted to give up his job and pursue his boxing dreams in earnest. Of those 17 wins he has stopped 13 of his opponents, so his current knock-out ratio is 76%. Im just waiting to see how when & how much the tickets are?? Currently, the Nigerian does not have a scheduled bout. They told me, Man, you should try boxing. That was the start of everything.. Nigerian heavyweight boxer, Efe Ajagba, is already creating a niche for himself in the elite category not just by winning his boxing bouts but the brutal way he does that. Sanchez seemed to catch a break in Round 6, when he fell to a knee after taking a jab from Ajagba. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Ajagba (16-1, . 2 min read In the last week, 76.92% of all bets are on Ajagba to win. He was set to make $6,000 for the six-round fight. Boxer forfeits by walking out of ring (1:05) Curtis Harper leaves the ring at the start of the fight due to a compensation dispute. "I see and hear a lot of people say that, but I don't care," he replied. [2], Ajagba took up the sport of boxing in 2011 after previously playing football for a club in Ughelli since 2005. Nigerian boxer, Efe Ajagba knocked out his opponent in 23 seconds at the Rio Summer Olympics When asked his secret?. Hes too talented, too determined. The Cuban, 29, knocked Ajagba to the canvas but delivered an extra blow to ensure he left He smashed Jozsef . Sign up, follow him and get alerts when new fights are announced. #AjagbaSanchez [1] He advanced to the semifinals where he was defeated by Joseph Goodall of Australia, meaning Ajagba won a bronze medal. . As the story goes, when he was a tall, but thin teenaged soccer player, a minor argument with a young woman escalated into a situation where Ajagba was face to face with her angry, mountain-of-a-man boyfriend. Im very happy, said Ajagba, who shares in a nice apartment with a cousin. I was saying, 'Wait. Frank Sanchez moves a lot and his plan is going to be to move around and stay out of range. ESPN+ stream to begin at 7:30 p.m. Ajagba will probably regret not throwing more punches in the fight. His opponent, Curtis Harper, walked out of the ring before their scheduled six-rounder began in August 2018. Nigerian boxer, Efe Ajagba has defeated American Stephan Shaw in their heavyweight battle in the early hours of Sunday morning. However, his dream of making a breakthrough in football came in vain, therefore, opening the door for a new venture. Undefeated heavyweight Stephan Shaw (18-0, 13 KOs) will step in as a replacement for the injured Oscar Rivas to face Efe Ajagba (16-1, 13 KOs) in . It was a wild night for everyone involved. ", Romero: "That has nothing to do with the fight. He delivered a breakthrough 10th-round stoppage of Daniel Dubois in 2020 and then topped himself in September, when he KO'd former champ Joseph Parker in 11 to climb the list of best big men. Some ring walk times are estimates; please check with the promoter / local TV channel for definitive start times. ", Rosenberg: "We have no copy of any contract. Many wonder whether fear of Ajagba played a role. The power is obvious. Heavyweight rankings: Fury reigns, what about Dubois? Ajagba is only 24 and still has a lot to learn, which the fighter acknowledges. The fact that officials arrived at the correct decision was gratifying. Efe Ajagba's net worth is a true testimony that anyone can come from a humble background to achieve a lot in life through hard work and dedication. He also worships all the Gods and goddesses and also . He did however, still do enough to hurt Rice and earn a unanimous decision victory. In his 16 bouts, the Nigerian has 15 wins, one defeat, and zero draws. "But of course he could have had it. I Googled him and saw his Olympic fights, Shields said. Boxing Junkie scored it 98-91 for Sanchez. Ajagba - Shaw headline on January 14th on ESPN. There was no fear of Efe Ajagba. Efe said: Id like to fight Daniel Dubois, Joe Joyce, and Tony Yoka. I just walked away from this dude. We await the next chapter in the Efe Ajagba story, but right now it appears to be leading to some major fights in the rest of 2021. As a professional, Ajagba holds the record for the fastest victory in boxing history after his opponent was disqualified for leaving the ring 1 second after the opening bell. I thought he was a really special heavyweight. Chico is not gonna hold Harper and let Ajagba hit him. I was surprised. But Harper said he did not get that document after he arrived in Minneapolis, even though he requested a copy of it. I'm closing this fight with you no matter what. Did Mayer show she's ready for Katie Taylor? He has three siblings, an older brother and two younger sisters. Efe Ajagba made his professional debut in July 2017, so he has been a pro for 5 years and 8 months. @media only screen and (max-width: 991px) { Who has the edge? Boxer Curtis Harper has been criticised by his trainer for leaving the ring after the opening bell of a heavyweight bout in protest over pay. ", Shields: "Normally, when a guy weighs in, you think everything is OK. Then when we get to the fight, everything is cool, everything is fine. And hes a giant puncher, a really big puncher.. Efe Ajagba The Nigerian heavyweight gave a so-so performance in a dull fight but he deserved his unanimous-decision victory over Stephan Shaw in a 10-round bout Saturday at Turning Point Resort & Casino in Verona, New York. Please check your email for a confirmation. Shaw might never get such a chance again. But a stacked undercard in Las Vegas will include Nigeria's Efe Ajagba, who claims he can "punch harder than Fury" after sparring with the Briton. The heavyweight is currently 28 years old. The undefeated heavyweight stalwarts Efe Ajagba and Frank Sanchez rolled out a fiery slugfest for the WBC Continental Americas heavyweight title and the WBO NABO heavyweight title. Nigerian heavyweight sensation Efe Ajagba wants a showdown with young British prospect Daniel Dubois as he looks to step up to elite company. Heavyweight Efe Ajagba is now best known for the bizarre actions of his most-recent "opponent," Curtis Harper, who walked out of the ring at the opening bell and into boxing infamy on August 24 in Minneapolis. Trained by two-time trainer of the year Eddy Reynoso, who is also the trainer of four-division superstar Saul Canelo Alvarez, Sanchez boasts 13 knockouts from his 18 wins. The Nigerian heavyweight sensation has lost only one bout in his career, against Cuban boxer Frank Sanchez, on 9 October 2021, in Nevada, United States. Harper cited a dispute over money for his decision not to fight, which resulted in his disqualification. "He's the first top-class heavyweight that I've sparred with which looks good on my record," he said. Efe Ajagba vs. Frank Sanchez, 10 rounds, heavyweight Robert Helenius vs. Adam Kownacki, 12 rounds, heavyweight Jared Anderson vs. Vladimir Tereshkin, 8 rounds, heavyweight Advertisements Links to streaming or pay-per-view platforms provided on this page, if any, are affiliate links. He just never gave Ajagba a good target. Entering the fight, Ajagba was a highly touted, yet unproven, heavyweight prospect who had rolled to a 5-0 record with no opponent making it far enough to hear the judges' scorecards. While growing up, Efe developed an interest in football and joined an amateur. Ajagba entered the bout with an impressive record of 5-0 with 4 knockouts. Much like Wlad, Ajagba has a great, stiff jab that he uses to walk down and corner his opponents, setting up his heavy right hand. Ajagba (15-0, 12 KOs) and Sanchez (18-0, 13 KOs) will square off in an intriguing 10-round fight on the pay-per-view portion of the Tyson Fury-Deontay Wilder undercard October 9 at T-Mobile Arena. Herndon down twice in rd 1. Anderson vs Forrest results, scorecards & analysis, ESPN Boxing: Schedule, fighters & ESPN Plus, Boxing Schedule: Upcoming heavyweight fights, Sky Sports Boxing: Box Office, schedule, how to watch. Two fights after his one-sided, unanimous-decision defeat to Frank Sanchez, Ajagba won the contest against previously undefeated Shaw by unanimous decision. The third instalment of the heavyweight contest between WBC champion Tyson Fury and his American nemesis and former champion Deontay Wilder on Saturday is already being billed as one of the biggest fights of the year. (But) he's been in the game for years before he became world champion. It took me like two to three months (to recover). The Nigerian star once worked in a bakery to provide for his family. It promises to be one not to miss. I want people to know where I started and where I am today.. Nigerian Olympian Efe Ajagba is completing final preparations for his highly anticipated showdown with Cuban foe Frank Sanchez on October 9 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The Nigerian star once worked in a bakery to provide for his family. Hence the 96-94 score on all three cards. Ajagba was born on 22 April 1994 in Ughelli, Delta State, Nigeria. Competing in the super heavyweight division he defeated Junior Fa of Tonga in the round of 16 and Paul Schafer of South Africa in the quarterfinals. He's boxed a total of 75 rounds, meaning his professional fights last 4.2 rounds on average. Along the way he caught the attention of boxing manager Shelly Finkel, who ultimately signed the prospect to a professional contract. ", Campbell: "I run to the back because they told me to go get him. WikiZero zgr Ansiklopedi - Wikipedia Okumann En Kolay Yolu . I couldn't say nothing to him because I wanted to hit him. He holds the record for the fastest victory in boxing history. 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