Efe Ajagba vs Martin Bakole’s bout ended in a draw as there was no separating the two boxers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia The pair failed to clarify their respective standing in the division as they could not reassert themselves among the heavyweight elite Fans believe that Ajagba had an edge over his opponent, with many saying the Nigerian was robbed
Boxing fans have taken to social media to express their frustration after the bout between Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole was declared a draw.
The highly anticipated encounter billed on the Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull undercard in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ajagba and Bakole delivered a lacklustre 10-round majority draw. The fight could not clarify their respective standing in the division as they failed to reassert themselves among the heavyweight elite. The judges scored it 96-94 for Ajagba and 95-95 twice, leaving both careers stalled and their futures uncertain.
Bakole had aimed to return to winning ways following a knockout loss to Joseph Parker, but he looked sluggish at 299lbs. The 33-year-old Congolese boxer struggled against Ajagba, even though he showed glimpses of dominance in rounds four and nine. He landed a number of heavy hooks on his opponent, but lacked composure and consistency. Knockout specialist Ajagba appeared cautious all through the fight. The 240lbs Nigerian started well, using his jab and movement to shake Bakole in round three, but his reluctance to engage offensively cost him, per Boxing Scene.
