In an electrifying showdown at Balmoral Promotions’ Chaos in the Ring event in Lagos, Big Brother Naija Season 7 champion Phyna emerged victorious against Nollywood star Nkechi Blessing in a much-anticipated celebrity boxing match.
The action unfolded on Thursday, October 1, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, and concluded in the fourth round when Phyna delivered a knockout punch that sent Nkechi crashing to the mat. Unable to recover in time, Nkechi lost the match, giving Phyna a stunning knockout victory.
This bout was a historic moment as it marked the first female celebrity boxing match in the Chaos in the Ring series, making Phyna the very first winner of this exciting new contest.
As a reward for her triumph, Phyna walked away with ₦50 million, a championship belt, and a brand-new car.
The fight was the culmination of weeks of public banter between Phyna and Nkechi, sparked by a disagreement that eventually led to this boxing showdown. Their rivalry heated up even more with intense moments leading up to the fight, including a fiery confrontation at a press conference.
Phyna Calls Out Etinosa
Not one to rest on her laurels, Phyna quickly shifted her focus to another Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia, challenging her to a boxing match.
Phyna expressed her desire to take on Etinosa next, claiming the actress had been sending her persistent direct messages.
Etinosa, who was in attendance, eagerly accepted the challenge.
“I’ve been telling you to represent the Edo name with pride. We don’t shy away from a fight. I’m all in for this challenge,” Etinosa declared.
Phyna also hinted at her interest in continuing her boxing journey beyond just celebrity matches.
The Chaos in the Ring event also showcased a celebrity bout between Carter Efe and Speed Darlington, while Ghanaian boxer Seth “Freezy Macbones” Gyimah triumphed over Godday “Zodsolo” Appah in the main event.
