Boxers compete for spots at Commonwealth Games trials
A total of 128 boxers are competing at the Brai Ayonote Boxing Complex in Surulere as part of the Nigeria Boxing Federation’s open trials to select 10 representatives for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The trials include both male and female athletes, with spirited performances across various weight categories. Vivian Azimene, Secretary General of the federation, confirmed the team size was increased after an intervention by Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission. Boxers are eager to secure their place on the national team and represent Nigeria on the international stage.
Match highlights
- 128 boxers, including four diaspora athletes, are participating in the trials at the National Stadium, Surulere.
- The trials feature 101 men and 27 women, competing across 10 weight categories.
- The championship bouts are set for Friday, March 6, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Vivian Azimene stated that the team size was expanded to five male and five female boxers after the intervention of Bukola Olopade.
- At the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Nigeria’s boxing team won one silver and three bronze medals.
