Siya Kuse will get his golden chance, a rematch with WBC kingpin Melvin Jerusalem, at Emperors Palace on 16 May.
Get ready, South Africa!
South Africa: On May 16, Emperors Palace, the Palace of Dreams will transform into a gladiatorial arena where legends are forged and history is written in sweat and blood when South Africa’s Siya Kuse challenges Melvin Jerusalem for the WBC minimumweight belt.
Winning the prestigious WBC green belt in the ring is a feat so rare, so difficult, that only two South African titans have ever reached that mountaintop:
● SUGARBOY MALINGA: The ultimate underdog who silenced Manchester by outclassing the legendary Nigel Benn in a masterclass for the ages; one of the all-time great SA performances.
● DINGAAN “THE ROSE OF SOWETO” THOBELA: Who pulled off a miracle with just 45 seconds left on the clock, sensationally stopping Glenn Catley in a heart-stopping finish!
(While Kevin Lerena holds the bridgerweight strap, that was a boardroom promotion).
This will be a war in the trenches.
Kuse is ready to kick down the door of destiny. After their absolute toe-to-toe war in the Philippines last year, he gets his shot at redemption when he meets the reigning king, Melvin Jerusalem, for the WBC championship. Another great all-action fight beckons.
The Filipino knows the danger. He knows the power. Yet, in a display of true championship heart, he is flying into the lion’s den to defend his crown against a man who simply will not back down.
This isn’t just another fight night; it’s a monumental achievement for African boxing. Golden Gloves, Africa’s biggest boxing promoter, has moved heaven and earth to bring an acclaimed reigning world champion to our shores.
“We are bringing the fight to Emperors Palace, believing that South Africa will crown a new South African legend,” exclaimed promoter Rodney Berman.
If you aren’t ringside at Emperors Palace, make sure you are locked into the World of Champions on SuperSport, broadcasting LIVE across South Africa and the entire sub-Saharan continent.
A new era is coming. A legend is waiting to be born. BE THERE!
Commentary from media briefing:
Nivi Grogor, director for Golden Gloves:
“It is amazing to see the amount of respect that Jerusalem has for Siya.”
Mr Rodney Berman, CEO of Golden Gloves:
“This is one of the biggest fights in SA boxing history.”
Mr Bertram Moses: CFO of Golden Gloves:
“We are thrilled – for SA this is major for this tournament to come to South African soil.”
SUPPLIED.
