Charles Okocha has defeated Portable in their long-awaited celebrity boxing rematch after the singer was disqualified for abandoning the ring following a chaotic opening round. The dramatic bout ended in controversy, giving the Nollywood actor revenge for his 2023 defeat and igniting widespread debate among fans.
Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has emerged victorious over street-pop singer Portable (Habeeb Okikiola) in their highly anticipated celebrity boxing rematch, bringing an end to one of Nigeria's most talked-about entertainment rivalries.
The bout, tagged "Unfinished Business" under the Chaos in the Ring series, took place on July 31, 2026, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The rematch followed their controversial 2023 clash, where Portable was declared the winner.
The fight quickly descended into chaos during the opening round. Both celebrities exchanged punches before grappling in the ring, with Portable taking Okocha to the canvas in what many described as an MMA-style takedown rather than a legal boxing move. The referee struggled to regain control as security personnel entered the ring to separate both fighters.
After the first round, Portable walked out of the ring in frustration, arguing that Okocha had repeatedly held him during the fight. Although he later returned, officials ruled that he had abandoned the contest and disqualified him, handing the victory to Charles Okocha.
The victory gives Okocha revenge for his 2023 defeat and has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with fans debating whether the decision was justified. Despite the controversial ending, the event attracted significant attention and further highlighted the growing popularity of celebrity boxing in Nigeria.
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