Liam Williams announces boxing return for July fight in Nigeria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:22 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Liam Williams will fight Elvis Ahorgah in Lagos, Nigeria, on July 31, marking his return to boxing after a lengthy hiatus due to concussions. Williams initially retired in October 2024 but announced his comeback last year. His last bout ended in a first-round defeat in February 2024, bringing his record to 25 wins, five losses, and one draw. Ahorgah, a Ghanaian fighter, has a professional record of 15 wins and two losses.
- •Williams fights Ahorgah on July 31 in Lagos, Nigeria
- •He retired in October 2024 due to concussions
- •His last fight was a KO loss to Hamzah Sheeraz
- •Williams holds a professional record of 25-5-1
- •Ahorgah has won 15 of 19 professional bouts
- 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Williams return confirmed after concussion U-turn
"Liam Williams to fight in Nigeria in July after making a U-turn on retiring because of concussions.
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