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Countdown to the African Games in Accra, Ghana, March 8-23

March 9, 20240

 

The excitement is palpable as the African Games draw near, scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana, from March 8th to the 23rd. Among the highly anticipated events, boxing will command attention, commencing on March 15th and concluding on the 23rd, following the rigorous balloting and pairings slated for the 14th.

The stage for these electrifying bouts will be none other than the esteemed Bukom Boxing Arena and Ga Mashie Hall within the Trust Sports Emporium, Korle-Gonnor, nestled in the heart of Accra.

At the forefront of Ghana’s boxing contingent stand two formidable athletes: Samuel Takyi, affectionately dubbed the “Ring Warrior,” and Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey, known in the ring as “Theo Lopez.” Both Takyi and Allotey are poised to lead the charge for the Black Bombers and Hitters, aiming to secure a coveted position atop the medal standings.

Fresh off his remarkable performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where he secured Ghana’s fourth-ever boxing medal with a bronze in the featherweight division, Samuel Takyi remains a beacon of hope for the nation. Joining him is Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey, currently ranked third in Africa in the flyweight category. The duo, alongside five other talented pugilists, are currently honing their skills in Busto Arsizio, Italy, vying for a spot in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games while simultaneously preparing for their mission on home soil.

With Takyi now competing in the light-welterweight division, the Ghanaian boxing fraternity is abuzz with anticipation, as they envision the duo clinching gold at the Africa Games, formerly known as the All Africa Games.

Since its inception in 1965 in Congo Brazzaville, Ghana has proudly claimed only three gold medals at the Africa Games. These notable victories include Azumah Nelson’s triumph in the featherweight division and Adama Mensah’s success in the heavyweight category, both achieved in 1978 in Algiers. Additionally, Steve Dotse secured another gold medal for Ghana in 1991, competing in Cairo.

As Ghana aims to add to its illustrious boxing legacy, the spotlight shines brightly on Takyi and Allotey, along with other formidable contenders such as Joseph Commey, Abdul Wahid Omar, and Amadu Mohammed.

With the Bukom Boxing Arena and Ga Mashie Hall set to witness these thrilling encounters, anticipation builds as Ghana’s boxing maestros prepare to leave an indelible mark on their home turf.

📸Photo caption: Samuel Takyi (right) and Theophilus Kpakpo Allotey (left).

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