MUKALA VIES FOR IBO AFRICA MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE TODAY
▪️”Boxers in Africa scared of me I want tougher opponents overseas,” says Mukala
South Africa-based DR Congo’s Patrick Mukala today (August 1) battles Angola’s Christiano Ndombassy for the World Boxing Organisation Africa middleweight title in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Mukala, normally a glutton during training sessions, told boxersworld.co.ke he has trained adequately for the South Africa-based Angolan boxer whom he said
is not a pushover.
“I’m prepared well for this 10-round, fight I know my opponent is tough but I believe I’m more tougher and smarter than him. I’m going to beat him,” said Mukala today in a telephone interview.
“Whether it’s on points or KO it’s me who’ll win, this I can assure my fans.”
Mukala (16-2-1, 14 KOs) last fought in Dubai in December, 2024, knocking out Namibia’s Paulinus Ndjolonimu in 30 seconds of the fifth round with a smashing overhand right that floored the tall Namibian boxer in the IBA Champions Night middleweight bout.
Since December, Mukala has yet to fight again.
“Boxers in Africa are scared of me, they don’t want to fight me I’m looking for opportunities for a big fight overseas,” said Mukala.
Ndombassy (14-8-0), who lives Western Cape in South Africa, is a big hitter with 11 K0s.
“The guy is good I know but he’s not in my level for sure,” said Mukala commenting on his opponent.
“I’m happy it’s a matter of time for a big fight. After I beat Ndombassy tonight I’ll be in top 20 ripe for a big fight.
“My burning desire right now is to win a major championship internationally.”
At Mukala’s corner will be his promoter and coach Jodi Solomon.
“Jodi she’s very smart in pro boxing business and a good coach too, I trust her so much,” said Mukala.
