ACETNews
By Sanni Stephen T.
Reality television star Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has defeated Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing in a celebrity boxing bout held in Lagos.
Phyna secured victory by knockout in the fourth round during the highly anticipated bout, which formed part of the Chaos in the Ring celebrity boxing event.
The fight attracted considerable attention from fans following weeks of exchanges between the two celebrities on social media and at events leading up to the contest.
Both entertainers had engaged in heated exchanges before the fight, creating public interest and anticipation among their supporters.
Phyna reportedly received ₦50 million for the victory and expressed interest in continuing with boxing after her successful debut.
The event also featured other celebrity and professional boxing contests, attracting entertainment personalities and boxing enthusiasts.
The growing popularity of celebrity boxing in Nigeria reflects the increasing connection between entertainment and sports, as celebrities use sporting events to engage fans and create new forms of entertainment. Phyna’s victory has since generated reactions among fans, with many praising her performance while others have called for more celebrity boxing events in the country.
