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It's race against time for BAK as they seek for AAG squad

Amir Ahmed of Nakuru (left) against Anthony Maina of Prisons. [Suleiman Mbatiah, Standard]

With no more time left to prepare for the All African Games in Morocco in August, Boxing Association of Kenya is rushing against time to select a formidable squad for the championships.

A total of 53 countries are expected at the big games to be hosted in Rabat from August 19 to 31. To set the ball rolling, the federation will use the first leg of the National Boxing League boxing-off at Musila Gardens in Mwingi tomorrow to select a provisional squad of 20 players (a boxer and a sparring partner) in the 10 weight categories who should start light training after the tournament.

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