Ghana's Jacob 'Chorkor Fire' Laryea stepped up to challenge for the vacant African Boxing Union (ABU) Super Welterweight title against home favourite, Jacques Tshikubu Muvud, but he sadly lost after 12 hot rounds.

Jacob Tetteh Laryea who loves to be called “Chorkor Fire” fought a good bout but surprising went to the canvass in round 12 to suffer his first career loss to Jacques Tshikubu Muvud on Sunday evening at the Chapiteau de Kolwezi, Kolwezi in DR Congo.

When the bout started to the championship round, fans watching were glad and clapped after every round, but it seems Laryea was cut off guard and failed to win the ABU super welterweight title for Ghana. His record is now 12-1-0.

Meanwhile, Coach Carl Lokko who was satisfied with the performance of Laryea revealed they are requesting for a rematch. Jacques Tshikubu Muvud is now 10-3-1, and enjoying his new status.

He thanked the GBA and all boxing fans and media for the support.

By Sammy Heywood Okine