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Hem in search of opponent for ring return
Duncan Village upstart Siyabulela Hem might have left a section of fans and foes disgruntled with his performances in his past two bouts, but no-one is prepared to step up to face him for his scheduled February 20 ring return.
Teyisi’s career takes clear direction after signing with Ground Up
Siseko Teyisi, a 21-year-old SA junior flyweight champion, signed with Ground Up Sports after leaving Xaba Promotions due to a contractual dispute with his manager. Ground Up, a new promotion company, aims to elevate Teyisi's career.
Sanabo defends delay in realising Olympic dream
SA boxing's amateur governing body (Sanabo) is yet to join World Boxing
‘Hired Gun’ loading for another SA title shot
Mdantsane's Enathi Stelle is plotting another crack at the SA title to erase the bitter taste of being knocked out in 26 seconds in his first shot.
Teyisi mentor Mahamba breaks his silence on contractual row
Veteran boxing trainer Zolile “Gqo” Mahamba, who developed embattled SA junior flyweight champion Siseko Teyisi, has broken his silence on the row involving the boxer's contractual dispute, which led him to be kicked out of Xaba Boxing Academy.
Jack of all trades KMS returns with Mthatha boxing show
KM Sports is returning to boxing with a tournament at OR Tambo Hall in Mthatha on January 31, marking their first boxing event since 2024. KMS plans a busy 2026 with upcoming international bodybuilding and tennis events.
AG dumps amateur ranks for pay
Amila “AG” Gongqa, an 18-year-old boxing prodigy from Duncan Village, has decided to turn professional, abandoning his Olympic aspirations due to uncertainties about South Africa's participation in the 2028 Games.
Nqothole dares Booi, sets terms for the bout
The highly anticipated clash between SA junior bantamweight champion Moyisi Booi and world-rated Sikho Nqothole might face stumbling blocks despite the boxers’ willingness to fight.
All Winners promises to return to winning ways
All Winners boxing gymnasium shot down perceptions that its lack of dedicated trainer was turning it into an all losers club after suffering devastating losses in crucial fights in December.
Contractual dispute forces SA champion out of XP stable
A contractual dispute has seen SA and world rated junior flyweight champion Siseko Teyisi being kicked out of Xaba Promotions fold leaving the 22 year old without a promoter and training home.




















