Martin Bakole Ilunga (born 1 June 1993 [4]) is a Congolese professional boxer. He is the younger brother of former cruiserweight boxing world champion, Ilunga Makabu. [5]

Bakole Ilunga sustained an injured right shoulder; Hunter cut above the right eye.

13 hours ago · PAnthony Joshua and Martin Bakole are frequently mentioned to co-star in a thrilling heavyweight clash. Former two-time champion Joshua is currently looking for a comeback fight after suffering a big knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in his bid to get the belt for the third time. Whilst Bakole – who has been riding a wave since his KO over Jared ...

Jan 12, 2025 · Name: Martin Bakole Alias: Martin Makabu Bakole Birth Name: Martin Bakole Ilunga Hometown: Airdrie, Scotland, United Kingdom Birthplace: Kananga, Democratic Republic Of The Congo Stance: Orthodox Height: 198cm Pro Boxer: Record Trainer/Manager: Billy Nelson. Regional & Minor Titles. IBO Continental heavyweight title; Republic of Poland ...

1 day ago · Following that Wembley Stadium bout, many have speculated about Joshua’s future and Ben Shalom has spoken to The Stomping Ground about a potential Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) vs Joshua fight in ...

1 day ago · Martin Bakole dominated Jared Anderson last year and is in line to get meaningful fights in a heavyweight division dominated by Oleksandr Usyk. His name has been mentioned as a potential opponent to former champion Anthony Joshua and contender Efe Ajagba. Super middleweight Osley Iglesias packs a serious punch and has already won a secondary ...

Dec 12, 2024 · HAMBURG, Germany – Heavyweight contenders Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba have agreed to fight in 2025 on a date still to be determined.

Jan 29, 2025 · With the IBF formally ordering a fight between Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba as it’s heavyweight final eliminator, Bakole is on the verge of forcing his chance to contend for a major world...

Jan 8, 2025 · DURING 2024, Congolese bogeyman Martin Bakole proved that his goal of becoming Africa’s second heavyweight world champion was an attainable one, laughing off suggestions of delusion after...

Nov 27, 2024 · Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) is coming off a big knockout win over exceedingly hyped prospect Jared Anderson back in August, marking his fourth stoppage victory in his last five...