The Uganda Boxing Champions League (UBCL) is a national boxing competition in Uganda organised by the Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF). It was launched in December 2021 to provide regular competitive opportunities, professionalise amateur boxing, and enhance visibility of Ugandan boxing talent.[1]
The UBCL was initiated by UBF president Moses Muhangi in 2021. The league was intended to replace irregular boxing tournaments with structured seasons across all weight divisions.[1]
In 2022, the competition secured a sponsorship deal worth UGX 285 million from Sting Energy Drink.[2] From the 2023 season, championship belts replaced medals for category winners.[3]
Format
The league features Junior, Youth, Elite, and Female divisions. Bout lengths vary: three rounds for Juniors, four for Youth, and five for Elite fighters.[4]
Seasons typically run throughout the year, culminating in a grand finale in December at venues such as MTN Arena Lugogo or Club Obligato in Kampala.[5]
Awards
From 2023, category winners receive championship belts, each valued at about US$1,000.[6]
Athletes also earn allowances from gate collections and sponsorship contributions.[7]
Challenges
The Uganda Professional Boxing Commission (UPBC) has disputed UBF’s mandate to stage what it considers “semi-professional” bouts.[1] Issues of officiating, judging, and crowd behaviour have also been reported.[8]
Seasons
Season
Period
Venues
Notes
2021–22 (Season I)
Dec 2021 – mid-2022
MTN Arena Lugogo; Club Obligato
Inaugural season.
2023 (Season II)
Apr – Dec 2023
Kampala
Introduced belts for champions.
2024 (Season III)
Jan – Dec 2024
Kampala
Notable winners included Owen Kibira, Erina Namutebi, and Aziz Ringo.
2025 (Season IV)
Aug 2025 – ongoing
Kampala
Opened with Nerrick Tumusiime’s first-round stoppage of Ashraf Mutaasa.[9]
The UBCL has been credited with providing regular competition, raising the profile of Ugandan boxing, and serving as a pathway for international representation. Media outlets have noted improved visibility for youth and female fighters.[19]
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