Nigerian boxer Ridwan “Scorpion” Oyekola suffered a setback in Mexico after losing his super featherweight bout against home fighter Axel Joustin Escobar.
Oyekola took on Escobar on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Recinto Ferial de Metepec in the State of Mexico, on a Zanfer Boxing card.
The Nigerian entered the contest looking to make his mark on foreign soil, but Escobar secured the victory to leave Oyekola with a disappointing result.
The defeat will come as a blow to the “Scorpion”, who had been backed by Nigerian boxing fans ahead of the challenging assignment in Mexico.
Despite the setback, Oyekola has received strong support from fans, with many urging the Nigerian to put the defeat behind him and return stronger.
The Mexican outing represented another important test for Oyekola’s professional career, particularly against an opponent enjoying home support.
Attention will now shift to the Nigerian’s next fight as he and his team assess the loss and work on a comeback.
For Oyekola, the immediate task will be to learn from the experience, make the necessary adjustments and respond positively when he returns to the ring.
