Nairobi on verge of lifting National Intermediate Championships title
Nairobi, who fielded two teams owing to the high number of boxers and teams in the branch, have been in a class of their own in the three-day competition...
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Nairobi has taken an early lead in the National Intermediate Boxing Championships held in Thika, winning their opening matches to position themselves for the overall title.
- Nairobi fielded two teams due to a high number of participants and has dominated the competition so far.
- Boxers like Ken Muinda (Nairobi A) secured victories via Referee Stop Contest (RSC) and points decisions.
- The team's success puts them on track to focus on the upcoming Kenya Open Championships.
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