Two-weight world champion and WBC number one heavyweight contender, Lawrence Okolie (22-1, 16 KOs), will make his historic professional debut on African soil as he headlines ‘Chaos in the Ring II’ against Ghanaian powerhouse Ebenezer Tetteh (23-3, 20 KOs).
The blockbuster event is set for Sunday, December 21, 2025, at the Detty December Festival Grounds in Lagos.
Promoted by former world champion Amir Khan and Dr. Ezekiel Adamu (CEO of Balmoral Group) in partnership with Queensberry Promotions, the night forms a centrepiece of the “Detty December” cultural festival.
For the 33-year-old Okolie, who was born in London to Nigerian parents, the fight represents more than just a ranking defence.
Having already captured world titles at cruiserweight and bridgerweight, he is now focused on becoming a three-weight world champion in 2026.
“Fighting in Lagos means everything to me. This is where my family is from. This is the dream,” Okolie said. “On 21 December, under the Detty December lights, I’m putting on a show you won’t forget.”
His opponent, Ebenezer Tetteh, is a durable veteran known for his knockout power, having recently gone seven gritty rounds with British star Dillian Whyte.
In the co-main event, 2016 Olympic gold medallist Tony Yoka (14-3, 11 KOs) brings his elite pedigree to Nigeria.
The French heavyweight aims to climb back into world title contention against German veteran Patrick “Big Patrick” Korte (23-5-1, 19 KOs) in a ten-round showdown.
Promoter Amir Khan expressed the magnitude of the card: “I’ve fought all over the world, but this Lagos card is special. Okolie headlining Africa for the first time, Tony Yoka bringing heavyweight fire… we’re giving fans a night they’ll never forget.”
The event features a blend of international prospects and fierce local rivalries:
Harley Benn, son of boxing legend Nigel Benn, faces Ghanaian warrior Elvis Ahorgah.
Unbeaten Prospects: Shiloh Defreitas (6-0) puts his record on the line against the rugged Taye Fajimi (10-0).
Local Rivalries: Two all-Nigerian six-round clashes see Basit Adebayo face Sikiru Shogbesan, and Isaac Chukwudi battle the heavy-handed Raheem Animashaun.
Female Talent: Emerging stars Nene Joy Ojo and Sandra Darkwah Boateng will also feature in a four-round contest.
‘Chaos in the Ring II’ will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN, marking a landmark moment for African boxing as it joins a star-studded December calendar featuring global icons like Gunna and Busta Rhymes.
