Christy Martin of Christy Martin Promotions proudly pronounces the signing of power-punching cruiserweight contender Efetobor “Nigerian Pit Bull” Apochi (12-3, 12 KOs) to a promotional contract.
Rising up in Ughelli, Nigeria, Apochi studied microbiology on the Federal College of Know-how Owerri and began boxing at age 21 after reportedly being concerned in over 700 road fights, principally in highschool.
As an beginner, he joined the worldwide scene on the 2011 All-Africa Video games, the place he shocked the boxing world by taking second. On the 2014 Commonwealth Video games, Apochi captained the Nigerian Boxing Crew and upset current IBF and Ring Journal Cruiserweight Champion Jai Opetaia within the quarterfinals.
Apochi completed his beginner profession with a report of roughly 64-8.
Possessing pure punching energy in each arms that interprets nicely to the skilled ranks, Apochi moved to Houston to work with coach Ronnie Shields and turned professional in 2017, working off 10 straight victories earlier than dropping a razor-thin break up resolution to then 13-0 Brandon Glanton in 2021.
All three of Apochiߣs losses have come to different prime contenders through break up or majority resolution.
“Signing with Christy Martin Promotions is correct on time,” stated a cheerful Apochi. “My spirit has by no means been damaged. Regardless that I’ve had some robust fights, they’ve solely sharpened my craft. Christy Martin Promotions has given me such a chance to make a comeback. I’d prefer to struggle in a world title eliminator with the WBC as quickly as doable, and earlier than the 12 months ends, struggle for the title.”
Now residing in Nashville, TN, Apochi says he enjoys an in depth relationship with coach Jarrod Houston at Title Boxing Membership on Church Road.
“The bond between Jarrod and me is like household. From the second we linked, we acknowledged one another, mirroring points of ourselves we hadn’t but seen or acknowledged. And from the beginning, he noticed the sunshine in me, he noticed that I’m a world champion.”
New promoter Christy Martin says she’s joyful to be working with Apochi and sees the potential within the hard-working KO artist.
“CMP may be very excited to be in belt looking season with Apochi,” added new promoter Christy Martin. “All Cruiserweight Champions must know we’re coming!”
Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Govt Author, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a ardour for Fight Sports activities and in addition a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s additionally a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.
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