Joseph Commey and Richmond Ashelley was named the Outstanding Bout of the Year.
The 2024 edition of the Boxing Ghana Awards has been an exhilarating celebration of the sport, filled with excitement and enthusiasm.
Among the many thrilling nominations, the award for Outstanding Bout of the Year was fiercely contested, and it was the electrifying match between Joseph Commey and Richmond Ashelley that took home the coveted title.
Boxing Ghana has truly established itself as a premier media authority dedicated to the vibrant world of boxing in Ghana and beyond. This awards scheme is a spectacular way to honor and showcase the incredible talent and contributions of individuals and organizations in the boxing arena.
The category for Outstanding Bout of the Year featured a fantastic lineup of nominees, including the action-packed fights between Stephen Coffie and Bernard Ankrah, Calvin Nelson and Philip Quansah, and many more! Fans passionately voted online, resulting in a remarkable turnout of 782 responses from enthusiastic boxing lovers and professionals alike.
In a nail-biting finish, the match between Joseph Commey and Richmond Ashelley emerged victorious with 302 votes, representing an impressive 38.6%! Their unforgettable clash at the Bukom Boxing Arena on November 24th for the WBO Africa Lightweight Championship truly captured the hearts of boxing fans.
Other exciting bouts also received strong support, with Stephen Coffie vs. Bernard Ankrah securing 128 votes (16.4%), and Theophilus Allotey vs. Chiyemba earning 114 votes (14.6%). Contributions from all nominees showcased the thrilling spirit of boxing throughout the year!
The overwhelming enthusiasm surrounding the Boxing Ghana Awards has inspired numerous companies and individuals to step forward with offers of support and rewards for the winners. Mr. Sammy Ofosuhene, CEO and Managing Chief Editor of Boxing Ghana expressed his heartfelt joy over the tremendous response from voters,
congratulating all nominees, contributors, and winners on their incredible achievements.
Indeed, what a wonderful celebration of boxing talent in Ghana.
By Daniel Mensah-Apenteng