Tsakani – Seventeen-year-old Mthokozisi ‘Problem’ Xundu was topped the 2025 SANABO Youth and Elite Nationwide Boxing Championships youth gold medalist on July 5.
The SANABO Youth and Elite Championships had been held at Transnet Engineering Boxing Academy in Pretoria. Mthokozisi began boxing on the age of six, underneath his father’s steerage and mentorship.
He talked about that his first official struggle as a boxer occurred when he was simply 10.
“I really like boxing and have received numerous titles over time,” he stated.
He’s a three-time Ekurhuleni Regional Champion, a two-time Gauteng Provincial Champion, and now holds the South African Nationwide Champion title for the second time.
Mthokozi Xundu Aspires To Be Come A Skilled Boxer. Picture: Abilityxive
“I field as a result of I wish to discover my manner out of the township. I wish to make my mother and father proud and stay a cheerful life that isn’t outlined by my circumstances.
“The sum of money that boxers make motivates me to work arduous. Folks suppose boxing is a harmful sport, however don’t realise the advantages it carries.
“One will get to journey lots as a boxer, meet new folks, expertise new issues, and discover new potentialities,” defined Mthokozisi.
He talked about how completely satisfied he was to have received this new title, saying that this title serves as motivation for him to maintain working arduous. He stated his win is a stepping stone in direction of greener pastures.
“I’m working in direction of profitable a gold medal and the welterweight (67kg) title on the 2028 LA Summer time Olympics, which can happen in July 2028.
Mthokozi Mxundu Trains On a regular basis. Picture: Abilityxive
“That’s my final purpose within the novice section. If issues go in accordance with my plan, I’ll make a very good identify for myself within the novice scene earlier than I turn out to be knowledgeable boxer,” he added.
“My father trains me daily, and we work tirelessly in direction of making me knowledgeable boxer. I’m grateful for the encouragement I obtain from my father. I’m additionally grateful for my household’s and teammates’ help.”
His father, Lwazi Xundu, stated Mthokozisi went head-to-head with Sinalo Thwala from the Jap Cape within the semi-finals and later confronted Shane du Plooy within the last rounds with dominant performances.
“Mthokozisi received by abandonment, after the opposing coach threw within the towel, signalling that his opponent may not proceed.
“He challenged Shane du Plooy within the finals, the place he received the bout with a unanimous factors choice.
“He was additionally voted Greatest Boxer of the Championships, the place he secured a certificates because the primary boxer, together with a trophy and a gold medal, sealing his victory in model,” defined his father.
Lwazi famous it was not simple to arrange for the championships as most of his boxers had been writing mid-year exams.
“As a father and coach, I’m pleased with my son’s achievement. I enchantment to oldsters to help their youngsters in sports activities, no matter which codes they select,” he stated.
He additional thanked their sponsor, Sechaba Morajane, who helps them with gear at their boxing membership.
“The gear helps me put together our boxers for participation in large tournaments. I additionally thank Kwanele Nkabinde, my former boxer, for contributing gear.
“With out his assist, there wouldn’t be any nationwide championships in our township,” concluded Lwazi.
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