British heavyweight contender Lawrence Okolie (22-1, 16 KOs), a former WBO cruiserweight world champion of Nigerian descent, will face Ghanaian veteran Ebenezer Tetteh in a scheduled heavyweight bout on December 21, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria.
This fight is part of a major boxing card promoted by Queensberry Promotions (Frank Warren) in collaboration with local partners, marking a significant return of high-profile boxing to Africa during the festive “Detty December” period.
Lawrence Okolie – Turning 33 on December 16
– Height/Reach: 6’5″ / 82.5″
– Recent wins: UD over Kevin Lerena (July 2025), 1st-round KO in heavyweight debut (Dec 2024)
– Style: Long-range jabber with devastating power; former WBO cruiserweight king looking to make waves at heavyweight.
Ebenezer Tetteh – Approx. 37 years old
– Record: ~23-3 (20 KOs)
– Notable fights: Stopped by Daniel Dubois, Dillian Whyte, and recently Frazer Clarke
– Style: Aggressive come-forward fighter with knockout ability, but vulnerable against higher-level opposition.
The event is expected to headline with Okolie as the main attraction, with other notable fights on the undercard, including French heavyweight Tony Yoka returning against Patrick Korte.
This matchup is widely viewed as a stay-busy fight for Okolie, allowing him to build momentum in the heavyweight division while fighting in front of a passionate Nigerian crowd (his parents’ homeland).
Okolie’s superior size, technique, and experience at world level make him a heavy favorite—analysts expect him to control the distance and potentially secure a stoppage.
For Tetteh, it’s an opportunity to upset a rising contender on a big stage, though his recent performances suggest it’s a tough ask.
The card highlights the growing investment in African boxing, with Queensberry aiming to tap into the market following successful events in the region.