Junior Koya made a triumphant return to the boxing ring after a two-year hiatus, securing victory over Jone Tagimei by technical knockout. The match concluded in the second round when Tagimei, showing signs of injury with blood evident on his nose, decided to throw in the towel and informed his coach that he could not continue.
In a conversation following the bout, Koya expressed his excitement about his comeback, stating, “It feels incredible to be back in the ring and to win like this.” He praised his month-long training regimen, which he felt had paid off in the match, and mentioned that his work in farming contributed positively to his fitness.
Koya reflected on his training experience, considering it a period of self-discovery. He emphasized the importance of addressing areas that need improvement as he aims for further success in future matches. “I’m looking forward to getting back into the ring and continuing to improve. There’s a lot more I want to achieve, and today was just the beginning,” he said.
In a separate bout, Shafir Maqbool won his match against Sakaria Talatu by default.