Both heavyweights needed a decisive performance to advance their careers. The result leaves each with no clear path forward.

The hard-hitting Nigerian is renowned for his devastating right hand, impressive reach and durable chin. “I’m not overstepping. I’m just focused on Martin Bakole first,” Ajagba added.

With no training camp or rest time, plus a cross-continetal plane journey to Riyadh, Bakole had been in the worst condition anyone could be for a fight with a world title contender.

Martin Bakole recently faced Joseph Parker in Riyadh after replacing Daniel Dubois in February. Initially, 'Dynamite' was scheduled to lock horns and defend his IBF heavyweight title against Parker.

Congolese heavyweight Martin Bakole and his Nigerian opponent Efe Ajagba clashed to a dramatic 10-round draw in their highly hyped all-African clash in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday.

both fighters wholeheartedly believe in their chance to reach the sport's summit and have made that known this week. Ajagba said: "I'm not overstepping. I'm just focused on Martin Bakole first ...

The Martin Bakole vs. Efe Ajagba round-by-round updates are here. They provide fans with real-time coverage and live scoring of the upcoming heavyweight clash. It pits two monstrous punchers ...

MARTIN Bakole returns to Saudi Arabia this weekend, looking to bounce back after his defeat to Joseph Parker last time. Bakole rather comically stepped in with 36 hours' notice to take on Parker ...

After falling short in Riyadh back in February against Joseph Parker, Martin Bakole is optimistic that he will get a chance at a title if his results are pleasing and positive in his upcoming fights.

Efe Ajagba has long been considered one of Nigeria's brightest prospects in the world of heavyweight boxing. With a career spanning several years, Ajagba has demonstrated both resilience and skill.