In Ghana, Sharaf Mahama’s “Battle of the Beasts” at Bukom Boxing Arena Draws Azumah Nelson, Amir Khan, and Anthony Joshua's Attention

 Sharaf Mahama, CEO of Legacy Rise Sports and son of President John Dramani Mahama, is garnering widespread attention in Ghana for orchestrating one of the country’s most significant boxing events, the “Battle of the Beasts.” Held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra, the event drew a capacity crowd of 4,000 and featured an impressive lineup of both Ghanaian and international boxers. The occasion was elevated by the presence of boxing legend Azumah Nelson, British former world champion Amir Khan, and British heavyweight star Anthony Joshua, whose attendance added global prestige to the night.

Mahama has been widely praised for transforming the landscape of boxing in Ghana through this ambitious event, which showcased a dynamic blend of local talent and international contenders. Highlights included high-stakes bouts such as Ghana’s Jacob “The Beast” Dickson facing American Andrew Tabiti for the WBC Africa Bridgerweight title and Abubakar Kamoko, son of Ghanaian boxing icon Bukom Banku, taking on Stephen Ackon in a thrilling undercard fight. The “Battle of the Beasts,” backed by Legacy Rise Sports and Amir Khan Promotions, has been celebrated for elevating Ghana’s boxing profile and fostering opportunities for local fighters on a global stage

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