Ghana’s sole representative at the WBC Grand Prix, middleweight Shakul “The Sharp Shooter” Samed, has arrived in Riyadh for Thursday’s quarterfinal clash against Australia’s Jude Grant.
The bout set for August 13 at Riyadh Season marks Samed’s comeback after successfully protesting a controversial referee stoppage in the tournament’s first phase.
Accompanied by trainer Elvis Robertson, Samed aims to advance as an alternate contender for the semifinals. Robertson didn’t mince words before departure: “Those atop Ghana’s pound-for-pound rankings are fake. We’re bringing the real champion.” A win would propel Samed into Boxing Ghana’s elite Top 10 while edging him closer to Olympic qualification.
The stakes extend beyond national pride. Victory secures a semifinal berth in the WBC’s final eliminator, putting Olympic dreams within reach. For Samed, this is more than a fight—it’s validation after his disputed earlier exit. “Can ‘Dobia’ silence doubters in the desert?” fans wonder. The answer unfolds at dawn Thursday.
Source: newsghana.com.gh
