A criminal case has been opened in Kazakhstan following the assault of Olympic boxing champion Serik Sapiyev by his deputy, Dauren Esimkhanov, in the

AC Promotion’s rising junior middleweight contender, Paulus Amavila, battled to a draw in a hard-fought six round bout against Darrin Rossouw of South Africa at Emperors Palace on Saturday night.  After six action-packed rounds, the closely contested fight was declared a draw, reflecting the evenly-matched talent on display. Amavila, known for his precision and grit, exchanged heavy shots and tactical maneuvers with Rossouw in a bout that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats from the opening bell to the final round. “Paulus showed heart, power, and composure tonight,” said AC promotions owner Paulus Moses. “We are proud of his performance and are confident this is just another step forward in his journey,” he added.  The draw leaves fans eagerly anticipating what’s next for both fighters, with a potential rematch already generating buzz in the boxing community. The post Amavila battles to a draw with Rossouw  appeared first on The Namibian.

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Boxing promoter Immanuel Moses, known as African Connection (AC), says he built the AC Boxing Stable from scratch without any assistance.  He says he did it not for profit but to help children chase their dreams of becoming professional boxers. The AC Boxing Stable celebrates its ten-year anniversary this week. Despite reaching this milestone, Moses says he still struggles to secure long-term sponsorship and continues to run and fund the stable himself. “Ten years. No sponsors, just heart. For almost a decade, I’ve poured my own time, money, and energy into building something bigger than myself, a boxing programme for kids who need more than just a sport. No cameras. No sponsorships. Just me, the ring, and young fighters trying to find their path,” Moses said. “Every glove, every mouth guard, every ride to an event, I have covered it. Not because I had to, but because I believe in these kids. I believe in what boxing teaches: discipline, resilience, and purpose. But it’s not easy. And it’s not sustainable alone.” Moses explained that running a boxing stable without sponsors is tough, especially when it comes to organising fights.  He said he must cover costs such as transport, accommodation for visiting fighters, and payments in foreign currency.  He called for support in any form of financial aid, equipment donations, or help spreading awareness. “I’m proud of what we’ve built, but I’m not too proud to say: I need support. Whether it’s financial sponsorship, equipment donations, or help spreading the word — it all makes a difference. If you believe in giving kids a fighting chance, reach out. Let’s build something together,” he said. One of the stable’s top fighters, Flame “Special One” Nangolo, is set to defend his World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Africa Super Featherweight title on 16 August in Windhoek.  He will face Rilwan Lawal of Nigeria, the reigning African Boxing Union (ABU) and Western Africa Champion. “Lawal enters the ring with a dangerous reputation and a solid professional record of 24 wins and 3 defeats, promising a thrilling title clash fans won’t want to miss,” Moses said. The event, set to take place at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek, will feature a full undercard.  Charles Shinima will fight in the co-main event over eight rounds, alongside six other bouts showcasing the country’s rising boxing talents.

The highly anticipated Harry ‘The Terminator’ Simon versus Paulus ‘Ninja’ Shimweefeleni boxing bout was called off on Saturday due to medical issues preventing Simon from competing safely. This last-minute verdict at Oshakati Independence Stadium, coupled with other unforeseen issues, led to the overall cancellation of several bouts and a “heartfelt apology” from organiser Faith Foundation to the public. In a statement issued on Monday, Faith Foundation spokesperson Ndeyapunye Vaenduanawa said all fighters were required to undergo a medical check before entering the ring. “Unfortunately, the medical team determined that Simon’s condition rendered him unfit to fight,” he said. Vaenduanawa said for other scheduled bouts, the Namibian boxing board required boxers to submit blood test results prior to fights. However, only some boxers complied with this crucial requirement, preventing them from competing. The boxing bonanza was an initiative of the Faith Foundation to raise funds for its crime reduction and rehabilitation efforts. Vaenduanawa said the event was not for profit and was dedicated to community upliftment, conceived as a platform to engage the public, spread awareness about the foundation’s cause, and garner support. He said unforeseen circumstances led to a miscommunication with the national boxing authority, resulting in mixed messages reaching the public and confusion about whether the event was called off. “The event was not for profit and operated without sponsors, with all funds being sourced directly from the foundation itself. All anticipated earnings were earmarked for [our] community outreach programmes,” he said. Vaenduanawa indicated that Shimweefeleni, who is a member of the Faith Foundation, participated in the fight against crime on a voluntary basis, with other fighters also supporting the cause. “Due to a low turnout, the foundation incurred a significant financial loss,” he said, while acknowledging the public’s disappointment. He reassured the public of the foundation’s continued commitment to the fight against crime and expressed hope for collective efforts to achieve a crime-free Namibia. The post Simon vs Shimweefeleni bout cancelled amid medical concerns appeared first on The Namibian.