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Jonathan ‘Worldwide’ Tetteh pulled off a stunning upset to beat Seth Gyimah (Freezy Macbones) to seize the WBA Africa Light Heavyweight title on Saturday night, in a bout that showcased both brilliance and a bizarre controversy.
The University of Ghana Stadium was transformed into a cauldron of emotion as the "Legacy Rise" bill reached its fever pitch.
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Seated ringside as the Special Guest of Honour was H.E. John Dramani Mahama, whose presence added a layer of national prestige to the historic evening.
The President watched intently as the undercard, organised by his son Sharaf Mahama (CEO of Legacy Rise), delivered a finale that no one in the 10,000-seat arena predicted.
Freezy Macbones, the UK-based boxer, entered the ring as the heavy favourite. However, the 36-year-old appeared burdened by the months of psychological warfare and mind games deployed by his younger rival.
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From the opening bell, the 25-year-old Tetteh showed zero deference to Macbones’ reputation.
- Rounds 1-2: Tetteh was sharp and aggressive, using superior hand speed to catch Macbones off guard.
- Rounds 3-6: Experience began to tell. Macbones found his rhythm, punishing Tetteh with snapping jabs and body work that seemed to signal a late-round takeover.
- Round 7: Fatigue set in for the challenger, who relied heavily on clinching to survive exchanges.
The fight’s climax in the eighth and final round took a dark, surreal turn.
Amid a frantic exchange, Tetteh suddenly recoiled and collapsed to the canvas, claiming Macbones had bitten his shoulder in a fit of frustration.
The referee, acting swiftly, deducted points from Macbones for unsportsmanlike conduct. This penalty proved to be the costly decision that swung the narrative.
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When the final bell rang, the tension was palpable. With President Mahama and the stadium crowd waiting in hushed silence, the ring announcer delivered the verdict: a unanimous decision for Jonathan Tetteh.
- Jonathan Tetteh: Remains unbeaten (11-0, 11 KOs).
- Freezy Macbones: Suffers his first career defeat (11-1).
While Tetteh celebrated his ascent to the continental throne, Macbones was left to contemplate a moment of frustration that may have cost him the title.
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