The Tobane Eagle has landed

The 24-year old Ngaka wrote his name in the professional boxing history books on Friday night when he defeated title holder, Onkarabile 'Scara' Mothibedi at the Gaborone International Convention Centre. South African referee, Ben Ncapi had seen enough and stopped the match in the 11th round of the scheduled 12. Despite the knockout, it was a closely contested fight with Mothibedi striking from the first round. Ngaka came back to overwork Mothibedi, especially when the fight reached the championship round nine.

Ngaka told Mmegi Sport that when he stepped into the ring, he knew that he was going to walk away as the champ. Ngaka brought his 'happy' demeanour into the bout and was calm throughout the fight. When the boxers returned to their corners to rest, hydrate and receive tactical instructions from their trainers, Ngaka would stand while his opponent took a seat, probably a sign of his confidence. In his career, he now has a record of six wins and one loss.