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Boxing: 'King' George beckons for ABU, Commonwealth crowns

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National Light Welter Weight Champion George Onyango (left) square it out with Opponent Fred Nyakesha during Big Time Boxing Promotion known as ''The Grudge Fight' in Nairobi. December 5, 2021. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

Even sky now cannot be the limit for 24- year old George 'King' Onyango who is basking in the glory after successfully defending his national Light welterweight title in Nairobi on Saturday night.

The thrilling victory rematch against his ferocious enemy Fred 'Nekes' Nyakesha has inspired Onyango to go for a much bigger title in the sport.

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