Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, is calling for a rematch with Portable after a controversial boxing match that’s got everyone talking. In an IG post, Speed Darlington says, “I don’t know what happened in the last match, but I want a rematch with Portable,” this comes after a heated celebrity boxing match titled Chaos in the Rings, where Portable emerged victorious, but not without controversy.
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The match, which took place on April 18, 2025, ended with Portable winning the ‘Street King’ title after Speed Darlington suffered an arm fracture, forcing him to stop in round two. Speed Darlington has since claimed the fight was unfair, citing Portable’s prior experience and even hinting at tribalism and ‘juju’ as factors in his loss. His demand for a rematch is stirring up all kinds of reactions, and it’s clear this saga is far from over!
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The Chaos in the Rings boxing match between Portable and Speed Darlington has been a major talking point in Nigerian entertainment. Portable, known for his streetwise persona and hits like Zazu, knocked out Speed Darlington in round two, but the fight ended abruptly when Speed suffered a dislocated shoulder. Post-match, Burna Boy gifted Portable N20 million, which Speed Darlington claims he didn’t deserve, saying he wanted to use the prize money to build a swimming pool for his Imo State community. Speed’s allegations of tribalism—Yoruba judges favoring Portable—and his claim that Portable used ‘juju’ have added fuel to the fire.
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This feud isn’t just about boxing; it’s a clash of personalities in Nigeria’s vibrant music scene, which contributed $2 billion to the economy in 2024. Celebrity boxing matches, like the one between Portable and Charles Okocha in 2023, are becoming a trend, blending entertainment with rivalry.
