Eliezer “King Kong” Kubanza is one of the top regional welterweights with a serious finishing rate. His opponent, Kunle Lawal, nicknamed “The Nigerian Ninja,” brings a measured gameplan and solid fundamentals.
Eliezer Kubanza
Last 3 bouts:
Win. François Mozou – TKO
Lose. Christopher Alvidrez – TKO
Win. Zagid Gaidarov – Unanimous Decision
Fighting style:
Aggressive and power‑based striker who looks to overwhelm opponents with heavy hands and pressure. Kubanza brings a strong wrestling base and solid fundamentals, making him a complete welterweight threat.
Strengths:
High finishing rate — 7 of 8 wins by (T)KO
Excellent pace and commitment to forward pressure
Experience against varied competition in PFL and Brave CF
Weaknesses:
Has been stopped before — defensive lapses can cost him
Can gas if fight extends deep into rounds
Loss on bigger stage shows room to level up
Keys to victory:
Maintain forward pressure and cut off the cage
Let hands go early and look for finishes
Use wrestling to control grappling scrambles
Kunle Lawal
Last 3 bouts:
Win. Desmond Awa Tamungang – Unanimous Decision
Win. Haraldur Arnarson – Unanimous Decision
Lose. Michael Reali – TKO
Fighting style:
Technical welterweight with a balanced approach. Lawal leans on fundamentals over pure power, mixing striking with counters and keeping fights at a controlled distance.
Strengths:
Good fight IQ and composed on the feet
Uses reach and height to maintain range
Has shown focus in three‑round fights
Weaknesses:
Limited finishing pedigree — more decision wins than stoppages
Early career loss via TKO shows susceptibility under pressure
Can be outpaced by pressure fighters
Keys to victory:
Use reach advantage to keep Kubanza at bay
Stay composed and avoid wild exchanges
Win rounds with volume and accuracy
Odds
Kunle Lawal +600
Eliezar Kubanza -1000
