{"id":78249,"date":"2025-08-19T17:24:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T17:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/78249\/"},"modified":"2025-08-19T17:24:12","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T17:24:12","slug":"amir-khan-unveils-historic-lagos-fight-night-as-he-promotes-first-major-boxing-card-in-nigeria-just-months-after-ghana-event-as-he-looks-to-take-over-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/78249\/","title":{"rendered":"Amir Khan unveils historic Lagos fight night as he promotes first major boxing card in Nigeria just months after Ghana event as he looks to take over Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"

By CHARLOTTE DALY, MULTIMEDIA CONTENT REPORTER<\/a> <\/p>\n

Published: 05:45 EDT, 19 August 2025 | Updated: 05:47 EDT, 19 August 2025 <\/p>\n

Amir Khan<\/a> is bringing boxing to Nigeria and he\u2019s promising fireworks.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The former world champion turned promoter has joined forces with Dr Ezekiel Adamu’s Balmoral Group Promotions to stage a blockbuster card in Lagos on October 1st, Nigerian Independence Day, with the event broadcast globally on DAZN.<\/p>\n

Titled Chaos In The Ring, the historic night marks the first time world-class boxing will be staged in Nigeria<\/a>, with Khan declaring the show will ‘inspire a new generation’ and shine a spotlight on African boxing talent alongside international stars.<\/p>\n

And at the top of the bill, it’s a clash guaranteed to set pulses racing. American puncher Brandon Glanton (20-3, 17 KOs) takes on Liverpool<\/a>‘s returning Rocky Fielding (30-3, 18 KOs) in a high-stakes cruiserweight battle.<\/p>\n

Fielding, who once shared the ring with Canelo Alvarez<\/a> and has faced elite Brits Callum Smith<\/a> and John Ryder, is back after three years out, insisting:\u00a0‘I’m back with fire. Beating Glanton in Lagos will show everyone I’m ready for a world title shot. The cruiserweight division is wide open \u2013 and I’m coming for it all.’<\/p>\n

But Glanton, who last fought Chris Billam-Smith in April, warned:\u00a0‘I’m coming to Lagos to settle the score with Rocky Fielding. Our styles guarantee fireworks, and I’m ready to prove I belong at the top of the cruiserweight division. This fight is my chance to show the world what I’m capable of.’\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The Lagos show on October 1 isn’t just about the headline fight. Fans will be treated to a stacked undercard featuring some of the biggest names in African and British boxing.<\/p>\n

Ghana’s former IBF world champion Richard Commey (30-5-1, 27 KOs) who has shared the ring with Vasyl Lomachenko and Teofimo Lopez \u2013 returns in a must-win clash against rising prospect Ray Seitzhanov (13-1, 9 KOs).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dan Azeez (21-2-1, 13 KOs), the former British, Commonwealth and European champion, will fulfil a lifelong dream by fighting in Nigeria for the first time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

He said: ‘Fighting in Nigeria on Independence Day is a dream come true. This is for my heritage, my people, and my pride. I’m ready to put on a show and honor Nigeria with every punch I throw.’<\/p>\n

Viral Ghanaian sensation Elvis ‘The Soldier’ Ahorgah (14-4, 13 KOs) also features, as does unbeaten Nigerian prospect Basit Adebayo (9-0, 4 KOs) who will face Tanzania’s Tony Rashid (17-4-3, 11 KOs) for the WBO Africa title.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Also putting their unbeaten records on the line: Kerem Ozman (5-0) takes on Tosin Osaigbovo (12-0, 8 KOs), while Nigeria’s own Yusuf Adeniji (12-0, 10 KOs) will look to extend his knockout streak.<\/p>\n

For Khan, who has already enjoyed global success as both a fighter and now promoter, the Lagos event is about more than just boxing.<\/p>\n

‘I’m thrilled to bring world-class boxing and the world’s eyes onto Nigeria for the first time,’ Khan said. ‘This is about inspiring a new generation and showcasing the heart and skill of Nigerian fighters alongside international stars. Lagos is ready to shine.’\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dr Ezekiel Adamu, CEO of Balmoral Group Promotions, added:\u00a0‘This historic fight night marks a monumental moment for African boxing.\u00a0<\/p>\n

‘We’re proud to showcase Nigeria’s immense talent and passion to the world, celebrating our heritage on a global stage.’\u00a0<\/p>\n

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