Heavyweight Boxing
Lake Tahoe, NV, USA (September, 29, 2023) - Nigerian Top Heavyweight Efe Ajagba is gearing up to face Australian Joe Goodall in a 10-round main event on Saturday, November 4th at the Tahoe Blue Event Center in Lake Tahoe, Nevada. This event marks the venue's first foray into hosting boxing matches since its recent opening.
Ajagba and Goodall have history, having faced each other as amateurs with Goodall securing a decision win during the semifinals of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
The fight between Ajagba and Goodall will be the main attraction of a stacked card available for streaming exclusively in the U.S. on ESPN+.
This event, promoted by Top Rank in association with DiBella Entertainment, is expected to draw significant attention and excitement. Tickets for the event go on sale on Tuesday, October 3rd, at 12 p.m. PT through Ticketmaster.com.
Efe Ajagba, an accomplished heavyweight with a record of 18 wins (13 by KO) and 1 loss, is recognized for his formidable punching power. The 6-foot-6, 240-pound heavyweight is determined to secure a victory against Goodall and move one step closer to a world title opportunity. Ajagba aims to cap off the year with a significant win and is confident in his preparation for the fight.
His opponent, Joe Goodall, a 31-year-old Australian heavyweight, has also shown his knockout abilities with a record of 10 wins (9 by KO), 1 loss, and 1 draw. Goodall acknowledges the challenge posed by Ajagba but sees this fight as an opportunity to showcase his skills on American soil and work his way towards a world title shot. He expressed his excitement to be part of this prestigious event and his desire for significant fights to propel him to the top of the division.
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