Hazelman accepts challenge

Light heavyweight boxer Robin Hazelman has accepted Fiji super middleweight champion Isikeli ‘Bullet’ Senidoko’s challenge.

This was after Hazelman scored a second round technical knockout (TKO) win over Nikesh Prasad at Suva’s Vodafone Arena on Saturday.

During last Friday’s weighin, Senidoko was held back by officials as he openly challenged Hazelman for a fight. Senidoko alleged that he was angered at comments made about him by Hazelman on social media.

Speaking to SUNsports, Hazelman said that he wants to fight Senidoko and has accepted his offer.

“I’m going to drop my weight,” he said.

“I won’t be fighting in the 83kg division and I’m dropping it down to Senidoko’s weight at 76kg, which is super middle weight.”

Hazelman said with Prasad being taken care off, he has turned his focus on Senidoko.

“My preparation for Prasad’s fight was excellent and very progressive,” he said.

“The win was significant for my career.”

Hazelman said besides from boxing, he is also a chef at Nanuku Resort in Pacific Habour.

“I’m a family man. This win is dedicated to the man above, without him I would not have made it,” he added.

Mudaliar back

Meanwhile, former Fiji bantamweight champion Krishnil Mudaliar stopped Shane Hazelman in the third round in their featherweight fight at Suva’s Vodafone Arena.

Speaking to SUNsports after the win, Mudaliar said he is excited about his performance as he used his experience and skills to his advantage.

“I thank my coach, sparring partners, my corner man for their support during training and my brother, as well” he said.

Mudaliar said the win was made possible through their support.

“I had a challenging time during my preparations. It was tough. I had to be dedicated and made a lot of sacrifice.”

Mudaliar said this had contributed a lot in terms of improving his performance where he managed to get a win.