Excitement continues to brew in the Ghanaian light heavyweight division with strong
personalities and potential fun fights on the horizon. Let’s take a look at the top of the crop of the
division.
Jonathan ‘Worldwide’ Tetteh
Worldwide holds the national and WBA Africa light heavyweight championship titles and is an
ex-member of the national boxing team.
In his home city of Bukom, he is a crowd favorite with a dedicated fanbase. His fights are
exciting because of his controlled aggression and his ability to avoid unnecessary danger in the
ring in a division where one punch can make a difference.
His bout against Freezy Macbones in December was a national talking point, which shows his
status in local and African boxing.
Freezy Macbones
Macbones, who hails from Kumasi, relocated to the UK in search of better opportunities. He
stumbled upon boxing and was immediately drawn to it. He established a reputation in both the
UK amateur and professional scene before heading to Ghana. Freezy is frequently likened to
Mike Tyson due to his powerful punches and explosive style.
After experiencing his first pro defeat against the formidable Jonathan Tetteh, he is ready to get
back on track and avenge the loss.
Abu Kamoko
A son of the legendary boxer Braimah Kamoko. Abu is well on his way to achieving stardom and
big title opportunities.
He’s a silver medalist from the 2023 All-African Games and has won all seven of his
professional fights to date.
Abu carries the burden to equal and go beyond his father’s achievements. Still, he remains
confident in his skills as a boxer to do well.
Emmanuel Martey
Martey is an experienced fighter, difficult to defeat on any given day, and his only losses have
been against international competitors.
Emmanuel turned pro in 2013 and has since held the national super middlweight title as well as
the WBO Africa super middleweight title.Jon Mbanugu
Jon, at only 23, has gained a lot of experience in the ring.
Since his pro debut in 2023, he has competed in 19 fights, securing 16 wins. Mbanugu is seen
as the future of the division and could be a strong candidate for a world title with some
improvement.
Bastie Samir
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. This statement applies to Bastie as well, who,
despite being 39, still secures victories and effortlessly dispatches his opponents. A one time
Olympian at the 2008 Olympics, many had world title aspirations for Bastie.
He continues to be a local favourite and a popular name who can fill arenas.
Issah Inusah
Inusah, who was a previous national champion, is now aiming for the title held by Jonathan Tetteh.
Despite being a hard-hitting fighter, Inusah’s career has been derailed by multiple layoffs. He’s
always a serious threat when he’s able to show up to fight.
Habib Ahmed
Habib Ahmed has participated in numerous international bouts and performed admirably, even when defeated.
His match against Kevin Sadjo and Sebastain Fundora, Zurdo Ramirez; fighters known for high
pressure, demonstrates his status in the elite of world boxing.
Notable up-and-coming light heavyweights such as Prince Oko Hartley and Benedict Baddo are
already writing their names in the record books and are on track for championship opportunities.