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Ajagba Declares Readiness to Face Heavyweight Elite After Martin Knockout
Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba has declared his readiness to face the biggest names in the heavyweight division, insisting he is prepared to take on any opponent in the top tier of world boxing.
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Ajagba made the bold declaration after recording an emphatic knockout victory over former world champion Charles Martin, a result that has reignited discussions around his place among boxing’s elite.
Speaking after the fight, the Nigerian said he now feels mentally and physically ready to challenge the very best in the division.
“I’m ready for anyone,” Ajagba said. “Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder – whoever is in the top 10. It doesn’t matter anymore.”
The 29-year-old explained that a potential showdown with unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk had previously been discussed but failed to materialise due to circumstances beyond his control.
According to Ajagba, a draw in an earlier bout stalled his momentum at the time, but he believes that chapter is now firmly behind him.
“The Usyk fight didn’t happen before, but that’s in the past,” he said. “What matters is now. I’m focused and ready.”
Ajagba admitted that he underestimated Charles Martin going into the contest but credited his ability to apply sustained pressure for the decisive outcome.
He revealed that staying patient and trusting his power were key to securing his first knockout win since 2023.
“I put a lot of pressure on him,” Ajagba added. “Once I found my rhythm, I knew the knockout would come.”
The Nigerian powerhouse believes his recent performances show significant growth in his boxing intelligence, composure and confidence.
He stressed that he is no longer rushing his development and is fully prepared for the challenges that come with facing the sport’s biggest stars.
Ajagba also acknowledged the competitive nature of the heavyweight division, noting that every top fighter presents a unique test. However, he insisted that his mindset has shifted from potential to certainty.
“I believe in myself now more than ever,” he said. “I’ve put in the work, and I know what I bring into the ring.”
With renewed momentum and growing confidence, Ajagba’s declaration signals his ambition to move from contender status to genuine title challenger, as Nigerian boxing fans eagerly await his next move on the global stage.
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