Ghanaian boxer Michael Decardi Nelson will face Zambia’s undefeated David Mwale for the vacant WBC International Bantamweight title on May 25 at Lusaka’s Government Complex. The bout marks a significant test for both fighters in the 118-pound division.
Nelson, a former Ghanaian national champion with an 8-1-1 record, trains at Accra’s renowned Akotoku Academy, the same gym that produced boxing legend Azumah Nelson. The 26-year-old aims to rebound from his first professional defeat suffered last year in India. His technical boxing style contrasts sharply with Mwale’s aggressive southpaw approach.
Mwale, the current African Boxing Union Bantamweight champion, maintains an unblemished 9-0 record with seven knockouts. The Zambian fighter has dominated the continental scene and now seeks his first international title in front of a home crowd. Local organizers expect strong attendance for what promises to be a closely contested matchup between two of Africa’s rising bantamweight contenders.
The winner will position themselves for higher rankings within the WBC system, potentially moving closer to a world title shot. The event also showcases Africa’s growing presence in boxing’s lighter weight classes, where fighters from the continent have increasingly made their mark on the global stage in recent years. With Nelson representing Ghana’s rich boxing tradition and Mwale carrying Zambia’s hopes, the fight carries significance beyond the championship belt at stake.
Boxing analysts note the stylistic clash could produce an intriguing tactical battle, with Nelson’s methodical approach tested against Mwale’s power punching. The bout will be broadcast across multiple African networks, giving fans throughout the continent the opportunity to witness this important matchup in one of boxing’s most competitive divisions.
