Ohara Davies is preparing for a notable return to the ring, set to appear on the undercard of a boxing event promoted by Amir Khan. The show is headlined by former world title challenger Andrew Tabiti.
Organized by Khan and Legacy Promotions, the event is scheduled to take place in Ghana on June 13th and is expected to feature a diverse lineup of African boxing talent.
Leading the fight card, Andrew Tabiti will face local contender Jacob Dickson in an eight-round cruiserweight bout. This marks Tabiti`s first contest in the 200lbs division since 2022.
Tabiti previously delivered a strong performance against Yuniel Dorticos in 2019, displaying nimble footwork and quick reflexes before ultimately being stopped.
However, since that fight, Tabiti`s only significant challenge resulted in a unanimous decision loss to heavyweight prospect Justis Huni. His other four victories came via stoppage against less experienced opponents.
His upcoming opponent, Jacob Dickson, appears to be at a comparable level, with Dickson`s only fight outside of Ghana ending in a decisive first-round knockout loss.
Despite this, Tabiti`s decision to compete back at cruiserweight (200lbs) could be a positive step for his career trajectory. Even at 35, he is still considered a dynamic boxer.
Meanwhile, Ohara Davies, known for his polarizing presence in British boxing with a record of 25-4 (18 KOs), has surprisingly reversed his decision to retire, which he announced late last year.
Coming off a tough eighth-round stoppage defeat to rising star Adam Azim, Davies, nicknamed ‘Two Tanks’, might be past his prime, but the opportunity presented to him in London was simply too good to pass up.
Davies is now looking forward to crossing off a long-held goal: competing in Africa. His opponent will be lesser-known welterweight Mohamed Aliseni.
Amir Khan himself expressed excitement about this new venture with AK Promotions.
Ghana is a place I would’ve loved to fight – the energy, the history, the passion for boxing is unreal.
Amir Khan, former two-division world champion and Olympic silver medallist
As a former world champion, I know how important it is to open doors for the next generation. That’s why I’m back, not in the ring but behind the scenes, to help build something lasting.
We’re here to leave a legacy and light the path forward for African boxing.
