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Achieng will take on the Argentine in a World Boxing Foundation (WBF) Women's World Super lightweight title fight tonight.
Commonwealth Games champion Sarah Achieng aka Angel of War, and Argentina's Edith Soledad Matthysse faced off on Friday as the pair weighed in for their clash for World Boxing Foundation (WBF) super lightweight women's world title.
Both women weighed in at exactly 62 kilograms in Nairobi before they went on to face off before the fight scheduled at Charter Hall on Saturday night.
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09:00 - 28.05.2023
BOXING Sarah Achieng exudes confidence ahead of highly-anticipated bout against Edith Matthysse
She has promised a great fight and bullishly said that everything will come out victorious since she will be fighting on home soil.
It was an intense stare-down between the two challengers as Achieng, adorned in her customary fierce expression, exuded confidence. At the same time, Soleda, a skilled and experienced pugilist, displayed a steely gaze that hinted at her unwavering resolve.
The atmosphere crackled with anticipation as the crowd awaited the moment these two champions would collide inside the ring.
"I can't promise a knockout but I want to assure Kenyans and my fans across the world that this belt will remain at home in Nairobi, "said the 34-year-old Achieng.
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09:30 - 27.05.2023
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Achieng is set to face off against Argentina's Edith Soledad Matthysse on June 10.
Achieng has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the super lightweight division.
Her relentless style and powerful punches have earned her the title of Commonwealth Games champion and the admiration of fans worldwide.
With her impressive record and unwavering dedication to the sport, Achieng has emerged as a prominent figure in women's boxing.
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05:20 - 22.05.2023
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Achieng lost her first-ever match to compatriot Bena Kaloki in 2008 and she noted that the loss is what drove her to become more passionate about the sport.
On the other side of the ring, Soledad, representing Argentina, brings her formidable skill set to the table.
Known for her technical prowess and strategic approach, the 42-year-old Soledad has proven herself in numerous battles within the ring.
With a strong background in the sport, including a lineage of boxing champions within her family, she poses a formidable challenge to Achieng's title aspirations.
"I can't come all the way from Argentina to lose...one goes to war to win and I am here for that," said Soledad.
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18:30 - 13.04.2023
BOXING Sarah Achieng set to face Edith Matthysse in title fight
The 10-round World Boxing Foundation (WBF) super lightweight women's world title fight will be held in Mombasa.
The clash between these two talented fighters has all the makings of an epic encounter as the WBF super lightweight women's world title hangs in the balance, fueling their determination to claim victory.
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