Martin Bakole Responds Fiercely to Anthony Joshua's Support for Efe Ajagba

In a heated turn of events in the boxing world, Congolese heavyweight sensation Martin Bakole has issued a fiery response to Anthony Joshua following the latter's public endorsement of Nigerian boxer Efe Ajagba. The endorsement comes ahead of Bakole and Ajagba's highly anticipated IBF final eliminator, a match that will determine the next mandatory challenger for Daniel Dubois' title.

Anthony Joshua, who is currently in Nigeria, took to social media to back his fellow countryman Ajagba, calling him “the future of African boxing.” Bakole, however, didn’t take kindly to the support, accusing Joshua of deliberately avoiding a fight with him in the past.

"Anthony Joshua is all talk and no action. If he truly believes in African boxing, he should step in the ring with me. First, I’ll take care of Ajagba, and then I’ll come for him,” Bakole declared in a video message shared online.

The Congolese fighter, known for his power and relentless style, has been climbing the ranks with a string of dominant performances, including a statement win over Tony Yoka in 2023. Efe Ajagba, meanwhile, has also shown promise, boasting a record of powerful knockouts that has drawn attention across the boxing world.

The stakes for the IBF eliminator couldn’t be higher. For Bakole, it’s not just about the title shot but also about proving himself as the face of African boxing.

The fight date and venue are yet to be announced, but the tension between Bakole and Joshua adds an extra layer of intrigue to the showdown with Ajagba. Boxing fans across the continent and beyond are eagerly awaiting this clash of titans.