Commonwealth Games: Sigh of relief for Kenya as boxer Okaka romps into quarter-finals

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Kenya’s Robert Okaka (right) in a past action against Democratic Republic of Congo’s Anauel Ngamissengue Mpi. [AFP]

National light heavyweight champion Robert Okaka overcame Yusuf Changalawe of Tanzania to secure Kenya’s first victory in boxing at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

Okaka defeated Changalawe on a unanimous points’ decision in the round of 16 on Monday night.

As a result, Okaka automatically cruised into the quarter-finals in the fight for top honours.

Commonwealth Games: Sigh of relief for Kenya as boxer Okaka romps into quarter-finals

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