Latibu Muwonge, also known as “The Dancing Master,” is a professional boxer from Uganda who competes in the super lightweight division. He was ranked Second in Africa with Africa Super Lightweight Title as of March 2024 by the World Boxing Council (WBC).[1][2][3][4]
Latibu Muwonge | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Other names | The Dancing Master |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Super Lightweight |
| Height | 140 lbs (63.5 kg) |
| Stance | orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 9 |
| Wins | 8 |
| Losses | 1 |
| Draws | 0 |
| No contests | 3 |
Early career
editMuwonge made his professional debut on March 22, 2019, at the MTN Arena Lugogo in Kampala, Uganda. In that fight, he secured a unanimous decision victory against Kenneth Kaunda. This marked the beginning of a promising career that would see him climb the ranks in the super lightweight division.[5]
Major fights and titles
editOn March 10, 2023, at Club Obligato in Kampala, Muwonge faced Albano Clement for the vacant African Boxing Union African Super Lightweight title. He emerged victorious, adding a prestigious title to his name. He continued to showcase his skills in subsequent fights.[2] On November 11, 2023, he defeated Ibrahim Odhiambo at Club Obligato in Kampala. His most recent bout took place on March 2, 2024, at Lords Wembley Sports Complex in Shukura. Despite a valiant effort, Muwonge lost to Faisal Abubakari by unanimous decision.[2]
Professional record
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Family connections
editLatibu Muwonge is the younger brother of Ugandan musician Yung Mulo.[7]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Latibu Muwonge ("The Dancing Master") | Boxer Page". Tapology. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
- ^ a b c Latibu Muwonge
- ^ Republic, Matooke (2024-01-16). "Singer Yung Mulo's brother Latibu ranked second-top boxer in Africa by WBC". Matooke Republic. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
- ^ "Latib Muwonge to battle for (UBO) World Super Lightweight title in Ukraine – Pearl Fm Uganda". 2023-07-17. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
- ^ "Muwonge ready to dance in Accra". Monitor. 2024-03-05. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
- ^ Latibu, Muwonge. [hhttps://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/872624 "Boxers record"]. Retrieved 2024-05-27.
- ^ "PHOTO: Yung Mulo's young brother is an excellent boxer, he has won an award". BigEye.UG. 2014-12-17. Retrieved 2024-05-27.