No time to rest - Ambunda JESSE JACKSON KAURAISA Former world super bantamweight champion Paulus ‘The Rock’ Ambunda says December for him will be all about working harder to maintain fitness rather than going on a long, expensive vacation.
The boxer says the reason he wants to work out during the festive season is because he has gained a few kilograms.
Speaking in an exclusive interview yesterday, Ambunda said: “I think my holiday was in August and now it is about time I work harder.
“I will be in the gym this festive season preparing for an incredible comeback in 2017.
“I have gained seven to eight kilograms and that is why reducing some of the fat will be important.
“I really would love to work hard in order to make it back into the top boxing rankings and eventually fight for a world title again.”
Ambunda’s last fight ended in defeat at the hands of Mexican Moises Flores in an IBO and WBA super bantamweight world title bout in June.
Since then, the former world champion has devoted his time to recovering from the horror night in Windhoek.
The loss in June meant that Ambunda now has two losses and 24 victories from 26 fights.
He expressed optimism that his promoter Nestor ‘Sunshine’ Tobias will secure him a fight at the beginning of next year.
“Right now, I would like to wish all the people a wonderful and safe festive season.
“I would also like to congratulate our new world champion Julius Indongo on the victory.
“Indongo set a great example to many boxers in this country and therefore he must also have a great festive season,” Ambunda said.
Ambunda made his debut in 2007 before going on to win two world titles and several African titles in the bantamweight and super bantamweight divisions.