Zuffa Boxing representatives arrive to scout Fiji's top prospects

Representatives from Zuffa Boxing in the United States of America (USA) have arrived into the country to attend Saturday’s Kings Boxing Promotions at Suva’s Vodafone Arena.

This was confirmed to SUNsports yesterday by promoter Nahroon Buksh.

“They are here to watch Mika Ravalaca and Junior Binnu Singh,” he said.

“They are being considered to be part of their world title elimination fights. This is Mika and Binnu’s opportunity to make it to the world stage and they have to make use of this opportunity.”

Buksh highlighted that the team from USA, has also brought in two boxers who have been included in the line-up.

Zuffa Boxing is a professional boxing promotion company founded by the chief executive officer of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Dana White, and chairman of the Saudi Arabian General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al-Sheikh. The company is a joint venture between Sela and TKO Group Holdings, and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Buy your tickets early

Buksh has called on boxing fans wanting to watch Saturday’s promotion to buy their tickets early to avoid any disappointment.

“The ticket sales started today. You can buy them at Damodar City and SportsWorld at Waimanu Road.

“There is a huge demand for the tickets so please buy them now.”

Team India

Meanwhile, the boxing team from India will arrive tomorrow morning at Nausori International Airport.

Buksh said the team included Digari Mahesh who fights Ravalaca in the main bout along with Harjot Singh who faces Junior Binnu.

“The team from India’s arrival will give them time to rest before the official weigh in at 2pm,” he added.