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.

1 day ago · Martin Bakole is targeting a huge fight with Oleksandr Usyk as he looks to finally prove himself as the world’s best heavyweight. Bakole has been speculated to face Efe Ajagba in an eliminator for the IBF crown and that could open the door for a showdown with the Ukrainian.

Jan 12, 2025 · 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 ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) is one of the most feared fighters on the planet, who was last seen destroying America’s great heavyweight hope, Jared Anderson. Since that win, many have called for Bakole to be given a world title shot, and the Congo-born fighter looks set to return against Efe Ajagba in May, as the IBF has ordered Bakole vs ...

2 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 ...

13 hours ago · Scottish trainer Billy Nelson has been getting credit for his work with Lewis Crocker and, in particular, African heavyweight contender Martin Bakole. Bakole, from the Democratic Republic of the ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Martin Bakole is ahead of Anthony Joshua at the “front of the queue” for a shot at Daniel Dubois’ IBF heavyweight world championship. Dubois scored a stunning victory when he knocked out ...

Dec 11, 2024 · A clash between top-ten-ranked heavyweights Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole is reportedly a done deal for early 2025.

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 ...