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Kimani to defend his world title, lands sparring role in UK

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World Professional Boxing Federation (WPBF) Youth Super featherweight champion Francis Kimani (left) with his manager Brian Mutiga displays the WPBF belt Kimani is set to defend against Tanzanian champion Francis Miyeyusho on May 28.

Youth boxing sensation Francis Kimani will defend his World Professional Boxing Federation (WPBF) Youth Super featherweight title in Nairobi on May 28.

At the same time, Kimani has landed a lucrative sparring role in London, United Kingdom, between March and May.

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