Unfinished Business:
Why Uila Mau'u vs. Joe Ageli II Needs to Happen
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In September 2024, Uila Mau'u and Joe Ageli faced off in a four-round heavyweight bout at Auckland's Viaduct Events Centre. Mau'u, then 7-0 with all wins by knockout, was the heavy favorite. Ageli, known as "Game Over," brought a 3-2 record and a reputation for resilience.
Contrary to expectations, Ageli utilized superior hand speed and activity to outmaneuver Mau'u throughout the fight. Despite this, all three judges awarded a unanimous decision to Mau'u, a verdict that sparked controversy among fans and pundits alike. Mau'u himself acknowledged the challenge, stating that Ageli's tactics had frustrated him during the bout .
Since that contentious match, both fighters have been inactive. Mau'u, is scheduled to return to the ring next month against an undetermined opponent. Ageli, with a record of 3-3, has no fights currently lined up.
Mau'u, who improved his record to 8-0 with 7 KOs, has expressed a strong desire to settle the score definitively. Demonstrating his commitment, he has reportedly offered to take a reduced purse to meet Ageli's terms, emphasizing his willingness to make the rematch happen.
Ageli has been contemplating a move down to the cruiserweight division. However, he remains open to a heavyweight rematch with Mau'u, provided the financial terms are agreeable. Discussions are currently underway, and both camps are optimistic about finalizing the details soon.
A rematch between these two is not just desired but necessary. For Mau'u, it offers a chance to validate his previous win and silence critics. For Ageli, it's an opportunity to rectify what many saw as an unjust decision.
In a sport where decisive outcomes are paramount, revisiting this matchup would provide clarity and excitement for New Zealand's boxing community. It's time for promoters to recognize the significance of this bout and make Mau'u vs. Ageli II a reality.
For a closer look at their first encounter, watch the full fight here:
https://open.substack.com/pub/nzboxingch...Share=true
Why Uila Mau'u vs. Joe Ageli II Needs to Happen
In September 2024, Uila Mau'u and Joe Ageli faced off in a four-round heavyweight bout at Auckland's Viaduct Events Centre. Mau'u, then 7-0 with all wins by knockout, was the heavy favorite. Ageli, known as "Game Over," brought a 3-2 record and a reputation for resilience.
Contrary to expectations, Ageli utilized superior hand speed and activity to outmaneuver Mau'u throughout the fight. Despite this, all three judges awarded a unanimous decision to Mau'u, a verdict that sparked controversy among fans and pundits alike. Mau'u himself acknowledged the challenge, stating that Ageli's tactics had frustrated him during the bout .
Since that contentious match, both fighters have been inactive. Mau'u, is scheduled to return to the ring next month against an undetermined opponent. Ageli, with a record of 3-3, has no fights currently lined up.
Mau'u, who improved his record to 8-0 with 7 KOs, has expressed a strong desire to settle the score definitively. Demonstrating his commitment, he has reportedly offered to take a reduced purse to meet Ageli's terms, emphasizing his willingness to make the rematch happen.
Ageli has been contemplating a move down to the cruiserweight division. However, he remains open to a heavyweight rematch with Mau'u, provided the financial terms are agreeable. Discussions are currently underway, and both camps are optimistic about finalizing the details soon.
A rematch between these two is not just desired but necessary. For Mau'u, it offers a chance to validate his previous win and silence critics. For Ageli, it's an opportunity to rectify what many saw as an unjust decision.
In a sport where decisive outcomes are paramount, revisiting this matchup would provide clarity and excitement for New Zealand's boxing community. It's time for promoters to recognize the significance of this bout and make Mau'u vs. Ageli II a reality.
For a closer look at their first encounter, watch the full fight here:
https://open.substack.com/pub/nzboxingch...Share=true
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