Ernest Akushey
Ghanaian boxer Ernest 'Bahubali' Akushey, who was active in the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions, tragically passed away just days after his fight at the Bukom Boxing Arena on September 12, 2025. His death has prompted serious discussions about the safety and health risks associated with boxing.
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Ernest 'Bahubali' Akushey passed away less than two weeks after suffering a brutal stoppage defeat.
Azumah joins Captan to lead boxing’s biggest reform drive
Ghana· 2025-09-30
Ernest Akushey, better known in the ring as Bahubali, tragically passed away, highlighting the urgent need for reform in Ghanaian boxing.
Boxing at a crossroads: Why Ghana must embrace reform to protect fighters, preserve the sportGhana· 2025-09-27
Ernest 'Bahubali' Akushey was a professional boxer whose tragic death led to the suspension of all boxing activities in Ghana.
Ghana suspends all boxing activities following tragic death of fighter Ernest "Bahubali" AkusheyGhana· 2025-09-26
Ghanaian boxer Ernest Akushey, widely known by his ring name 'Bahubali', has died just 11 days after his last fight at the Bukom Boxing Arena.
Boxer Ernest 'Bahubali' Akushey dies days after September 12 Bukom Arena fightGhana· 2025-09-23