Ghanaian featherweight boxer Holy “The Jaw Breaker” Dorgbetor has climbed to sixth place in the International Boxing Federation (IBF) International rankings, signaling his growing presence on the global stage.
Dorgbetor, who currently holds the IBF Africa title, achieved this milestone following an impressive victory over Ukraine’s champion at the WBC Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia. With this latest ranking, he inches closer to securing a spot among the IBF’s elite contenders worldwide.
Training under the guidance of Coach Laryea “Lion” at The Gym in Accra, Dorgbetor has also been named Ghana’s top pound-for-pound professional boxer for April/May 2025, according to Boxing Ghana. His upcoming bout is set for June 20 at the WBC Grand Prix in Riyadh, where he will take on unbeaten Albanian fighter Muhamet Qamili (15-0, 7 KOs) in the round of 16.
FAQs: Holy Dorgbetor’s Boxing Career
Q1: Who is Holy “The Jaw Breaker” Dorgbetor?
A: He is a Ghanaian professional featherweight boxer who currently holds the IBF Africa title and is ranked 6th in the IBF International rankings.
Q2: What recent achievement has elevated Dorgbetor in the rankings?
A: His rise to 6th place in the IBF International rankings follows a significant victory over Ukraine’s champion at the WBC Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia.
Q3: When is Dorgbetor’s next fight, and who is he facing?
A: His next match is on June 20, 2025, at the WBC Grand Prix in Riyadh, where he will face Muhamet Qamili, an unbeaten Albanian fighter with a record of 15-0 (7 KOs).
Q4: Who is training Holy Dorgbetor?
A: He trains under Coach Laryea “Lion” at The Gym in Accra, Ghana.
Q5: What recognition has he received recently in Ghana?
A: Dorgbetor has been named Ghana’s top pound-for-pound boxer for April/May 2025 by Boxing Ghana.
Q6: What role does Ace Power Promotions play in his career?
A: Ace Power Promotions is credited with helping develop his career and promoting Ghanaian boxing talent on the international stage.
Q7: What’s at stake in his upcoming fight?
A: A victory over Qamili would advance Dorgbetor to the WBC quarterfinals, significantly enhancing his chances of a world title shot.
