Said Chino : On the Path to Greatness

Said Chino 🇹🇿: On the Path to Greatness, Following in the Footsteps of Fellow African Legend Azumah Nelson 🇬🇭!
Tanzanian Said Chino, the new IBA Intercontinental Lightweight champion, is following in the footsteps of Ghanaian legend Azumah Nelson, a renowned figure in the lightweight division. In 1998, Nelson had the opportunity to fight for the IBA World Lightweight Championship in the USA, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
Fight Details:
– Main Event:
IBA Lightweight World Championship, Lightweight Division
– Fighters:Azumah Nelson (132 lbs) vs. Jesse James Leija (134 lbs)
– Result:*Nelson lost to Leija by unanimous decision (UD) after 12 rounds
– Date:July 11, 1998
– Location: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, USA
– Referee: Laurence Cole
– Judges\’ Scores: Harold Lederman 112-116, Gary Merritt 112-116, Gale Van Hoy 110-119
– Notable Incident:Nelson broke his hand in the fifth round, affecting his performance.
Like Azumah Nelson, Said Chino is now on the right path toward international recognition in the sport. By capturing the IBA Intercontinental title, he is stepping into the global spotlight and showing that Tanzanian boxing is on the rise. With a few successful defenses of his IBA Intercontinental title, Chino could earn a shot at the legendary IBA World title, following the same path as boxing greats before him. If he continues his trajectory, Chino could soon compete for the highest honors on the world stage, bringing glory not just to himself but to Tanzanian boxing as a whole.