By Simon Asare
Accra, Nov.5, GNA – Bronx Boxing Club coach, Carl Lokko, is confident about John Abaja Laryea’s world title prospects.
The 22-year-old Ghanaian boxer defeated Nicaraguan boxer Alexander Mejia by unanimous decision in last Friday’s featherweight bout at the Caribe Royale in Orlando, USA.
The win ensured that Laryea remained undefeated in his 14th professional contest while keeping his prospects of winning the world title alive.
Carl Lokko, Laryea’s cornerman, remarked in an interview after the match last Friday that he was impressed with the boxer’s performance that day.
“He (Laryea) performed very well in his last bout against Meija, and sincerely, I was impressed with his display at the end of the bout.
“So far as he is with me, I can say his chances of winning a world title look bright, and I will keep on grooming him,” he told GNA Sports.
Carl Lokko, known for producing world boxing champions, added that he was intrigued by Laryea’s determination and remains hopeful that he could deliver a world title in the near future.
“I have trained so many boxers in my career as a coach, but one thing that stands out about Laryea is his determination and focus to achieve his dream,” he added.
Following his latest victory, Laryea could get an eliminator bout early next year as he progresses towards a world title shot.
GNA