A standout performance at AKO6 came from Nigeria’s Cornel Thompson, who impressed by defeating Ghana’s Richard Asiedu in the lightweight final eliminator with a display of precision and power.
In the main event, Ananias Mulumba of the Democratic Republic of Congo, known as “Metal,” secured a spot in the championship finals with a second-round TKO victory over Nigeria’s Jackiel Anyana, thrilling the crowd.
Morocco’s Faout Youseff and Angola’s Andre Mukisi delivered the fight of the night in a suspenseful featherweight clash filled with skill and energy. Youseff emerged victorious via unanimous decision in a thrilling showdown.
Exciting moments included Burkina Faso’s Abdou Sankara’s quick guillotine choke win over Nigeria’s Dennis Emmanuel in 48 seconds and South Africa’s Chad Hanekom’s first-round rear-naked choke victory over Benin Republic’s Cherif Drame.
Nigeria’s Yahaya Yahuza triumphed over Odogu Isaac in a thrilling middleweight contest, while Morocco’s Mandar Sanaa showcased dominance in the women’s bantamweight division.
AKO6 delivered an enthralling mix of drama, strategy, and showmanship, solidifying its position as Africa’s top combat sports championship. With its pan-African appeal and intense rivalries, AKO continues to captivate fans and showcase African martial arts talent on a global scale.