Former BBNaija star and two-time Nigerian excessive bounce champion, Mike Edwards, started his boxing profession on a robust be aware after defeating Jake Cornish in his first boxing battle.
The battle went all rounds on the Dublin Area, however Edwards gained by unanimous resolution from the judges.
Edwards participated within the Misfits Boxing Cruiserweight division, which is run by English social media persona and Nigerian-born skilled boxer, Olajide Olayinka Williams “JJ” Olatunji, higher identified by his stage title KSI.
The BBNaija star declared his entry into the world {of professional} boxing and made his debut on Saturday, August 31, 2024.
The previous Huge Brother Naija star reiterated his resolution to affix the cruiserweight division, marking a big departure from his monitor and area roots.
In his assertion, Edwards expressed his pleasure in regards to the new chapter, stating, “Breaking Information: Excited to announce my entry into the world {of professional} boxing! Thrilled to affix the Cruiserweight division roster on @MisfitsBoxing. Prepare for an electrifying debut as I step into the ring to showcase my abilities and dedication.”
Edwards, who beforehand competed as a British monitor and area athlete earlier than switching allegiance to Nigeria in August 2018, boasts a formidable athletic resume.
With a lifetime greatest of two.25m within the excessive bounce, he clinched the Nigeria nationwide championships twice in 2021 and 2022.
He additionally reached the ultimate of the African Athletics Championships twice and narrowly missed out on the gold medal in 2022. Moreover, Edwards showcased his expertise on the worldwide stage as a finalist on the Commonwealth Video games in Birmingham in 2022.
Now, as he embarks on this new sporting endeavor, Edwards’ followers eagerly anticipate his transition to the world {of professional} boxing, the place he goals to make a mark together with his abilities and dedication.
