Boxing: Junior Ilunga Makabu retains his title

Congolese boxer Junior Ilunga Makabu successfully defended his WBC Africa lightweight title by defeating Georgian Irakli Alanidze unanimously in Kolwezi on October 2. Makabu, from Kananga, used his experience to control the fight against his 31-year-old opponent with a record of 15 professional fights, including 8 wins. This victory marks his second title defense, following a KO win over Dodzi Kemeh in September 2025.