Kenyan Boxer Daniel Wanyonyi gained the perfect revenge against Tanzania's Karim Mandonga' Mtu Kazi in a highly anticipated rematch held at the Sarit Expo Centre. Six months after their initial bout, Wanyonyi showcased his prowess by knocking down the 44-year-old opponent not once but twice during the thrilling encounter. The intense showdown culminated in Wanyonyi emerging victorious as he secured a well-deserved unanimous decision in his favour. The win marked a triumphant moment for Wanyonyi, affirming his resilience and determination in the ring.
By seizing control of the fight in the fourth round and controlling it until the sixth and tenth rounds, the former champion of the Africa Boxing Union made it clear what his intentions were in the fight. This allowed him to win.
Judges George Athumani, Wycliffe Marende and Leonard Wanga unanimously scored 100-88, 100-88 and 100-80 to give Wanyonyi his revenge.
"This victory means a lot to me because I am not only back but I am much better than before. I had not trained well when I met Mandonga for the first time. He felt what I am made of and I want a rematch to teach him more lessons," Wanyonyi said after his victory.
"Wanyonyi was a better boxer tonight and congratulations to him for a well-deserved victory. Remember I knocked him out and he took a unanimous decision. He will never knock me out," Mandonga charged as he also called for a third bout between the two pugilists.
