Idowu Rasheed Claims HBE Light-Heavyweight Title with Knockout Win over George Ojukwu
Idowu Rasheed emerged victorious in the bout against George Ojukwu, securing the Heritage Boxing Entertainment light-heavyweight title at the FHA field in Festac Town, Lagos on Sunday, as reported by PUNCH Sports Extra.
In the second round of their six-round match, Rasheed knocked Ojukwu down to the floor, following an earlier knockdown in the first round, resulting in a TKO victory.
Supporting Rasheed at the event were the members of Francis Aiyegbeni Boxing Gym, where he undergoes training. He was honored with the HBE title.
This win marks a comeback for the 24-year-old boxer, after his defeat to the national light-heavyweight champion Muibi Lekan on May 28. Rasheed experienced a KO loss against Lekan at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Lagos.
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