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Achieng savours victory: KPBC to work with counties, takes professional boxing countrywide

Joseph Akakhoya(R) trade punches with Michael Nyanade in their Feather Weight during the Team Boxing Promotion Non Tittle fight at Pumwani Social Hall, Nairobi on Sunday 18/01/15. Nyanade won.PHOTO:BONIFACE OKENDO

Sarah Achieng' overcame Joyce Awino through a technical knockout in the second round to win the women's light weight contest staged by George Owalo of Steel Boxing Promotions at Pal Pal gym in Nairobi on Saturday.

Achieng' took only one minute and 33 seconds to destroy her rival in a contest approved and sanctioned by the Kenya Professional Boxing Commission (KPBC).

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