This event is part of the Department’s enduring collaboration with Mvelo Boxing Promotions, reflecting its ongoing dedication to supporting boxing promoters throughout KwaZulu-Natal.

The seven-bout card, sanctioned by Boxing South Africa (BSA), will showcase South African and KwaZulu-Natal championship titles, with three feature matches headlining the event.

The main match will feature Nobengazi Booth facing Nomandithini Ndyambo for the South African female junior middleweight title over 10 rounds. Additionally, there will be a 10-round fight between Ntethelelo Magcaba and Gcina Makhoba for the KwaZulu-Natal junior bantamweight title, along with an eight-round bout featuring Nonkululeko Mncube against Babalwa Nonqonqotho.

The undercard includes four-round matches between Bongani Nhlangwini and Samkelo Ngwenya; Fundani “Tyson” Gumede and Trinity Mhlongo; Menzi Hlongwa and Siyanda Mnyandu; and Ian “Smurf” Stuart vs. Asanda Cele.

MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture in KwaZulu-Natal, Mntomuhle Khawula, expressed that the Department is proactively investing in boxing by eliminating financial hurdles for promoters while ensuring the protection of athletes. Furthermore, he highlighted that this partnership is set to expand throughout the province.

“We are collaborating closely with our professional promoters to rejuvenate boxing in the province. We encourage boxing enthusiasts to support this tournament and others happening across KwaZulu-Natal,” Khawula stated.