Rolly Lambert, the UAE-based Cameroonian powerhouse, delivered a powerful performance that will definitely be a night to remember for Rolly. On November 28, 2024, under the bright lights of Spaceplus Bangkok RCA, Rolly squared off against Nigerian challenger Obinna Joseph Matthew for the prestigious World Boxing Foundation (WBF) World Cruiserweight title. From the very first bell, Rolly took control of the fight with a display of unmatched skill, precision, and heart, sending shockwaves through the crowd and showcasing why he’s one of the most exciting names in boxing today.
The fight was nothing short of spectacular. Rolly opened strong, immediately putting Obinna on the defensive with lightning-fast jabs and thunderous hooks that echoed across the arena. His footwork was masterful, gliding around the ring while expertly cutting off his opponent’s angles. By the third round, the crowd was on its feet as Rolly’s relentless body shots began to visibly wear down Obinna. But it was in the fifth round that Rolly truly cemented his dominance. With an explosive flurry of punches, Rolly pushed Obinna into the ropes, forcing the referee to step in at 2:57 and call a halt to the bout. The roar of the audience was deafening as Rolly was declared the winner by technical knockout, officially claiming the WBF Cruiserweight title.
After the fight, a jubilant Rolly Lambert was full of gratitude and passion. “This is what we trained for! This is what hard work, sacrifice, discipline, determination, resilience and belief look like, this is a lifelong dream come true!”, he declared, his voice booming with excitement, “I couldn’t have done it without my team and the people who have stood by me, this win is for all of us, this win is for everyone who is suffering the effects and misdeeds of war, especially the little ones of the Middle East, Africa and elsewhere in the world.
Rolly Lambert didn’t forget to pay respect to his opponent, calling Obinna “a truly seasoned warrior who gave it his all.” He then urged anyone who has a dream to not give up but to chase such dream body mind and soul by doing what must be necessarily done to make it a reality. And he finally gave praise and glory to the highest lord Yahweh/Allah whom he believes gave him that victory.
This victory marks a monumental step in Rolly Lambert’s career—not just for the title he claimed but for the way he did it—with power, heart, and undeniable flair. Fans around the world are now eagerly awaiting his next move as Rolly continues his meteoric rise to the top of the boxing world. This is only the beginning for the new WBF Cruiserweight champion!