Online ReporterLangton Nyakwenda
Zimpapers Sports Hub
THE die has been cast and a mouthwatering boxing clash is now on the cards.
Former World Boxing Council champion Charles Manyuchi has revealed that he is ready to fight Sam Madanhire in a winner-takes-all heavyweight clash. What started off as mere talk, when Madanhire openly taunted Manyuchi, is now turning into a reality, as the latter has laid down the conditions for this fight. Madanhire is a local heavyweight boxer with three wins in seven bouts and has never won an international belt.
However, he is confident he can beat Manyuchi, who has now moved into the heavyweight category. Local promoter Clyde Musonda is now putting together the fight set for August 23 at the Country Club in Newlands, Harare.
The Manyuchi versus Madanhire fight could be the headline act of a packed boxing night that will see Zimbabwe hosting boxers from across Africa.
According to Musonda, pugilists from Botswana, Malawi, Mauritius, Cameroon, South Africa and Togo are being billed to take part.
Reports say Manyuchi wants US$20,000 for the fight.
“As for the purse money, that’s confidential, but I am always ready to fight,” said Manyuchi.
“What I am simply saying is I am available to teach Madanhire a boxing lesson and at the same time entertain my fans.
“A right offer has to be tabled and I am sure we will agree on something because I know fans are eager for this fight and I have to give them what they want.” The 33-year-old boxer has decided to continue boxing after initially announcing his retirement some two years ago.
“As long as good fights come my way I will always be ready to step into the ring.
“Besides, Clyde (Musonda), the promoter, is a long-time brother and I have to do this for him.
“But, like I said, the conditions have to be right.”
Mathew Masinge