Martin Bakole Ilunga (born 1 June 1993 [4]) is a Congolese professional boxer. He is the younger brother of former cruiserweight boxing world champion, Ilunga Makabu. [5]

Bakole Ilunga sustained an injured right shoulder; Hunter cut above the right eye.

17 hours ago · Martin Bakole is a good fighter. I mean, going by his stories, he’s the sparring king of the world. As I keep saying, sparring is sparring,” said Bellew.

Name: Martin Bakole Alias: Martin Makabu Bakole Birth Name: Martin Bakole Ilunga Hometown: Airdrie, Scotland, United Kingdom Birthplace: Kananga, Democratic Republic Of The Congo Stance: Orthodox Height: 198cm Pro Boxer: Record Trainer/Manager: Billy Nelson. Regional & Minor Titles. IBO Continental heavyweight title; Republic of Poland ...

6 days ago · "I think Martin Bakole is a very good fighter, but don't get carried away that this is the new George Foreman," Hearn said. "The problem with Bakole is, he is a handful, but he doesn't really ...

Feb 2, 2025 · Ben Shalom has revealed that a blockbuster clash between Martin Bakole and Anthony Joshua is 'done'. Shalom was in attendance for Adam Azim's victory over Sergey Lipinets on Saturday night at OVO ...

Dec 12, 2024 · HAMBURG, Germany – Heavyweight contenders Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba have agreed to fight in 2025 on a date still to be determined.

Nov 27, 2024 · Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) is coming off a big knockout win over exceedingly hyped prospect Jared Anderson back in August, marking his fourth stoppage victory in his last five...

Jan 8, 2025 · DURING 2024, Congolese bogeyman Martin Bakole proved that his goal of becoming Africa’s second heavyweight world champion was an attainable one, laughing off suggestions of delusion after...

Jul 1, 2022 · Name: Martin Bakole Alias: Martin Makabu Bakole Birth Name: Martin Bakole Ilunga Hometown: Airdrie, Scotland, United Kingdom Birthplace: Kananga, Democratic Republic Of The Congo Stance: Orthodox Height: 198cm Pro Boxer: Record Trainer/Manager: Billy Nelson. Regional & Minor Titles. IBO Continental heavyweight title; Republic of Poland ...