One of the finalists from AKO6 is Nigeria’s Cornel Thompson who delivered the performance of the night by dismantling Ghana’s Richard Asiedu in the first round of their lightweight final eliminator with a commanding display of precision and power.
In a gripping main event, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ananias Mulumba, nicknamed “Metal,” showcased dominance with a second-round TKO victory over Nigeria’s “Smiling Assassin,” Jackiel Anyana, securing his place in the championship finals and sending the crowd into a frenzy.
The fight of the night belonged to Morocco’s Faout Youseff and Angola’s Andre Mukisi, whose featherweight clash had fans on the edge of their seats. The suspense-filled bout was a masterclass of skill, precision, and relentless energy.
A bloody exchange and high-paced action lit up the arena as Youseff emerged victorious via unanimous decision, earning thunderous applause for his resilience and technical prowess.
Other highlights included a lightning-fast submission victory by Burkina Faso’s Abdou Sankara, who defeated Nigeria’s Dennis Emmanuel with a guillotine choke in just 48 seconds, and South Africa’s Chad Hanekom’s first-round rear-naked choke win over Benin Republic’s Cherif Drame.
In an all-Nigerian affair, Yahaya Yahuza triumphed over Odogu Isaac in a thrilling middleweight contest, and Morocco’s Mandar Sanaa continued her dominance in the women’s bantamweight division.
From start to finish, AKO6 delivered a spellbinding mix of drama, strategy, and showmanship, solidifying its place as Africa’s premier combat sports championship. With its pan-African reach and engaging rivalries, AKO continues to captivate fans across the continent, bringing African martial arts talent to the global stage.
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