Mikaele ‘High Voltage’ Ravalaca is making significant strides in altering the perception of Fijian boxing in Australia. He recently achieved his second knockout victory in the 61kg category during the Big Time Boxing Promotion at the Melbourne Pavilion on Friday night.
In this match, Ravalaca dominated the Australia-born Victoria state champion, Alec Kumar, knocking him down twice throughout the bout. The second knockout in the fourth round led Kumar’s corner to throw in the towel, concluding the fight in Ravalaca’s favor. Kumar, who entered the ring undefeated and with a strong background in both kickboxing and taekwondo, had previously referred to the match as a mere ‘warm-up.’
Ravalaca previously showcased his talent at the same venue in June, where he made a significant impact by defeating Ziyee Lee via a split points decision. He trains under the watchful eye of his manager Gus Wahab and coach Nedal ‘Skinny’ Hussein, along with the support of Fresh’et.
This recent victory not only adds to Ravalaca’s impressive record but also highlights the rising prestige of Fijian boxing on an international stage. As he continues to succeed, Ravalaca’s accomplishments could inspire and pave the way for future boxers from Fiji, contributing to a positive shift in perceptions of the sport in the region.
In summary, Mikaele Ravalaca has secured another significant win, enhancing the reputation of Fijian boxing and showcasing the potential of athletes from the islands on the global stage.
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