Melroy, a force in professional boxing�s evolution

Baeti is member of the Melroy Boxing Club
Baeti is member of the Melroy Boxing Club

Botswana is fast-emerging as a force to reckon with in professional boxing after decades focusing on amateur level.

Gaborone-based Melroy Boxing Club is one of those responsible for the new revolution as it has produced reputable fighters, who include South Africa-based, Kgotla Baeti.

The club was established in 2010 and focuses on promoting, training and the management of boxers. Melroy coach, Larona Francis told Mmegi Sport they have experience when it comes to professional boxing. Francis, talking about Baeti, said he has been having most of his fights in South Africa, although Batswana would love to see him fight locally.

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