L-R: Samir Captan, Azumah Nelson, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and coach Ofori Asare
The return of professional boxing in Ghana is drawing closer as the Interim Boxing Management Committee (IMC) overseeing the sport’s normalization process reports significant progress.
The IMC’s Medical Sub-Committee has finalized and submitted a comprehensive draft document detailing new medical and safety protocols for professional bouts in Ghana.
The reforms aim to protect athlete welfare and ensure compliance with global boxing regulations, a crucial step toward lifting Ghana’s suspension.
International boxing bodies that welcomed and supported Ghana’s suspension would be pleased with the latest developments.
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The IMC, which is chaired by veteran administrator and former GBA president Samir Captan, has kept global stakeholders updated on the country’s steady progress, signaling renewed confidence in Ghana’s return to the international boxing fold.
The recently held Ghana versus France International Boxing Contest at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, 19th October, served as a successful test case for the new medical protocols.
The IMC is now reviewing the post-event report to fine-tune operational procedures before professional boxing activities resume fully, possibly by the end of October 2025.
The National Sports Authority (NSA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MoSR) are actively guiding the IMC to ensure a smooth completion of the RESET normalization process.
The guidance and partnership underscores the government of Ghana’s commitment to restoring the country’s rich boxing heritage on a foundation of safety, professionalism, and integrity.
The latest developments have reignited optimism within Ghana’s boxing fraternity, with stakeholders hopeful that the sport’s official comeback is now only a matter of time.
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L-R: Samir Captan, Azumah Nelson, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and veteran boxing trainer coach Ofori Asare
