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Freezy Macbones to face Britain’s Crame in campaign for peaceful elections for peaceful elections
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Highly-rated Ghanaian boxer, Seth Gyimah, popularly known as Freezy Macbones, is gearing up for his next bout against British opponent, Steve Crame.
The bout, slated for September 21 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, is part of a dedicated campaign to promote a peaceful and serene environment before, during, and after the December 2024 polls.
After signing the contract to fightCrame, FreezyMacbones has been preparing for the battle and is presently been trained by boxing legend Azumah Nelson.
Speaking to the media ahead of the bout, Freezy Macbones expressed excitement about fighting in the Ashanti Region.
“We are looking forward to the first-ever event of its kind in the Ashanti region, and I am anticipating it with excitement. We will drastically change the boxing scene right away.
“We extend an invitation to all stakeholders in the electoral process to collaborate with us in this unified endeavour, create awareness, and advocate for non-violence at the polls,” he said.
When asked about the quality of his opponent, who has lost three fights in his last four, Freezy Macbones stated that there were no easy fights in boxing and was focused on getting a positive result against his opponent.
“Boxing is a highly unpredictable sport. This would be my fifth fight, and I’m gradually learning; my opponent, who is bigger than me, is also learning. He is tall and thick, and I am small, so I have to be cautious, but his physique does not intimidate me.”
“I’m looking for a knockout to end the fight with the support from the fans in Kumasi. This is my city, Kumasi, located in Ghana,” the energetic boxer said.
The 35-year-old is 4-0 in his professional career and looks a good prospect for a world title. —GNA
Officials from the Ghana mission in the United Arab Emirates have paid a morale-boosting visit to the camp of the Black Queens.
The delegation, made up of Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto, Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai and Head of Transport Anas Shaibu, visited the team to assure them of the government’s support and commitment to their safety and welfare.
During the visit, the officials interacted with the team and offered words of encouragement, urging the team to remain focused on the tournament despite concerns surrounding unrest in parts of the UAE.
Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto emphasised that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic mission, is closely monitoring the situation and is committed to ensuring the team’s safety throughout their stay.
“We want the team to stay calm and focus on the competition. The government and the embassy are doing everything possible to ensure your safety and well-being.” he said.
Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai also reiterated the mission’s readiness to provide any assistance required by the team during the tournament.
Leadership of the team expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and motivating.
With the backing of Ghana’s diplomatic officials in the UAE, the Black Queens remain determined to represent the country proudly and deliver strong performances in the Pink Ladies Cup.
The Black Queens have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the upcoming Pink Ladies Cup in Dubai. The team touched down at the Dubai International Airport via Emirates Air on Wednesday morning and were warmly received by the competition’s organising officials.
The squad will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will begin their final preparations for the tournament. Organised as part of the international women’s football calendar, the Pink Ladies Cup is expected to feature four national sides using the competition to assess their squads and fine-tune strategies for upcoming tournaments.
Ghana will open their campaign today with a clash against Hong Kong, while Russia and Tanzania face off in the other opening match.
The Black Queens are then scheduled to return to action on March 3, when they take on Russia in a match expected to test them against a physically strong opponent.
The final round of games will be played on March 6, with Ghana closing their campaign against Tanzania at 9:00 pm.
With three matches in eight days, the tournament promises to be a crucial phase in Ghana’s preparation, as the Black Queens aim to return to continental action sharper, stronger, and more competitive.
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