Bakary Samake showcased his talent by defeating Wade Ryan via TKO in the seventh round to claim the vacant WBC Silver super middleweight title at the Westfield Forum des Halles, France.
The 21-year-old rising star maintained his undefeated streak, improving to 17-0 (9 KOs), with a calculated performance that gradually broke down his veteran opponent.
The fight began cautiously, with Ryan attempting to offset Samake’s rhythm through volume punching. However, as the rounds progressed, Samake’s crisp jabs and power shots took their toll.
By the sixth round, Ryan was visibly struggling, absorbing punishment from Samake’s relentless combinations. The seventh round proved decisive when Samake dropped Ryan twice before Ryan’s corner threw in the towel, sealing a dominant victory for the young Frenchman.
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Bakary Samake vs. Wade Ryan: Undercard action
Mustapha Zaouche vs. Gregorio Marcano
In the co-main event, Mustapha Zaouche (16-0) delivered a statement win with a first-round knockout against Gregorio Marcano (14-8-1). A powerful overhand right sent Marcano to the canvas early, and Zaouche ended the fight moments later with a brutal body shot. As a result, he extended his unbeaten streak and added another highlight to his impressive year.
Victor Yoka vs. Ali Yammouni
Victor Yoka (6-0) continued his rise with a third-round TKO over journeyman Ali Yammouni (14-18). Yoka dominated from the start, using sharp jabs and vicious body punches to wear down his opponent. Yammouni, unable to cope with the relentless attack, eventually dropped to his knee, prompting the referee to wave off the fight.
With these commanding victories, these fighters are shining a spotlight on French boxing and making it a force to be reckoned with.