Press Conference Highlights
On May 29, 2024, Nara Promotionz held a press conference at Mt. Zion Hotel in Kampala to announce their upcoming event, “The Sweet Science Season 3.” The event saw a large turnout, with media coverage from BBS, NBS Sports, bloggers, and YouTubers. This press conference set the stage for an exhilarating boxing event scheduled for June 22, 2024, at Club Obligato in Kampala.
Event Details and Ticket Sales
The official weigh-in date for “The Sweet Science Season 3” is set for June 21, 2024. Tickets are now on sale, priced at UGX 20,000 for ordinary admission, UGX 50,000 for VIP, and UGX 500,000 for a reserved table. This event promises an unforgettable evening of high-stakes boxing matches.
Main and Co-Main Events
The main event will feature Uganda’s John Serunjogi going head-to-head with South Africa’s Jason Medi in an 8-round Super Middleweight bout. The co-main event will showcase an intense 8-round Cruiserweight clash between Ugandan fighters Abdul Njego and Musa Ntege. The excitement is palpable as fighters exchanged heated words, with Ntege notably retorting to his opponent’s age-related jabs by saying, “He will turn 18 years in the ring.”
Additional Excitement and Sponsorship
The press conference was not short of drama, with fighters’ wives exchanging fiery insults in defense of their spouses. Rajan Spices, a proud sponsor of the event since its inception, delighted attendees by distributing free capes and t-shirts to fans, boxers, and TV journalists.
Official Matchmaking and Event Schedule
Lubowa Babu Hussein, Director of Nara Promotionz, gave the opening speech, officially announcing the matchups:
Event: The Sweet Science Season 3 Date: Saturday, 22nd June 2024 Venue: Club Obligato, Kampala
- Main Fight: John Serunjogi (Uganda) vs. Jason Medi (South Africa) – Super Middleweight – 8 Rounds
- Co-Main Fight: Abdul Njego (Uganda) vs. Musa Ntege (Uganda) – Cruiserweight – 8 Rounds
Hussein emphasized the importance of punctuality, urging boxers and fans to arrive on time as the event will start promptly at 6:00 pm.
Main Event
Match No. | Fighter 1 (Country) | Fighter 2 (Country) | Rounds | Weight Class |
1 | Jason Medi (South Africa) | John Serunjogi (Uganda) | 8 | Super Middleweight |
Co-Main Event
Match No. | Fighter 1 (Country) | Fighter 2 (Country) | Rounds | Weight Class |
2 | Njego Abdul (Uganda) | Musa Ntege (Uganda) | 8 | Cruiserweight |
Main Card
No. | Fighter 1 | Fighter 2 | Rds | Weight Class |
3 | Nyanzi Joshua (Uganda) | Seguya Mubaraka (Uganda) | 10 | National Title Welterweight |
4 | Wasswa Lubega Bawa (Uganda) | Taafu Odoyi (Uganda) | 6 | Super Middleweight |
5 | Ssenyondo Rodgers (Uganda) | Owen Mugomba (Uganda) | 6 | Super Welterweight |
6 | Sulaiman Musaalo (Uganda) | Simon Shagi (Uganda) | 6 | Super Welterweight |
7 | Frank Kiwalabye (Uganda) | Abdul Juma Kubira (Tanzania) | 8 | Bantamweight |
8 | Sematire Haluna (Uganda) | Herbert Mugalula (Uganda) | 6 | Middleweight |
9 | Nesta Sserunkuma (Uganda) | Ibrahim Biso (Uganda) | 4 | Middleweight |
10 | Matovu Herbert (Uganda) | Said Chako (Uganda) | 6 | Cruiserweight |
11 | Joshua Mayanja (debut) (Uganda) | Lwanga Bryan (debut) (Uganda) | 4 | Cruiserweight |
12 | Batamye Grace (debut) (Uganda) | Mustafah Mulooki (Uganda) | 4 | Super Middleweight |
13 | Isma Wizer (Uganda) | Kasagga Muhammad (Uganda) | 4 | Lightweight |
14 | Kasujja Henry (Uganda) | TBA | 6 | Welterweight |
15 | Tamale Umar (debut) (Uganda) | Muwanguzi Wyclif (debut) (Uganda) | 4 | Welterweight |
16 | Mawanda Badru (Uganda) | Juvenile Omirya (Uganda) | 4 | Super Bantamweight |
17 | Nelson Kato (debut) (Uganda) | Musihabu Kasujja (Uganda) | 4 | Featherweight |
18 | Ayub Khan (Uganda) | Nicholas Tomusange (Uganda) | 4 | Lightweight |
19 | Kibuuka Ivan (debut) (Uganda) | Frank Bbuuk Zagalino (Uganda) | 4 | Middleweight |
The Nara Promotionz team, including members Smog, T-nain Promota, Chris Posiano, Cissy Lule, Noah Shots, Lafiq Beats, and Morgan, was actively engaged and presented a unified front, dressed in t-shirts labeled “Sweet Science Season 3.”
In conclusion, “The Sweet Science Season 3” promises to be a spectacular event, bringing together top-tier boxing talent and passionate fans. With the support of dedicated sponsors and an enthusiastic audience, this event is set to make waves in the local sports scene.
For More Information
To learn more about “The Sweet Science Season 3” and purchase tickets, contact:
Lubowa Babu Hussein
Director, Nara Promotionz
Mulinda Akiibu – +256 702 093354
+256 752 463322