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Charles Okocha has denied Portable’s allegation that he bit him during their celebrity boxing rematch in Lagos, insisting the claim is impossible because he wore a mouthguard throughout the fight.
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Portable made the allegation after walking out of the fight, claiming Okocha bit him on the back and held him around the neck during the contest.
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The rematch ended in controversy after Portable left the ring. Officials later disqualified the singer for abandoning the bout following chaotic scenes that included grappling and wrestling-style moves.
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The latest exchange continues the entertainers’ long-running rivalry, which began over an alleged ₦40 million financial dispute before spilling into the boxing ring in 2023.
August 5, (THEWILL) — Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has denied Portable’s allegation that he bit him during their recent celebrity boxing rematch in Lagos.
Portable made the allegation after the fight, claiming Okocha bit him on the back and held him around the neck during the contest. The singer later shared videos online showing what he described as bite marks.
The rematch, tagged “Unfinished Business,” was held on July 31 at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos.
Speaking during an appearance on TVC Entertainment, Okocha dismissed the allegation, insisting it was impossible because he wore a mouthguard throughout the bout.
“Portable has been going around telling people I bit him on the back. I was wearing a mouthguard, so how is that even possible? He was just lying,” Okocha said.
The actor also said he had no reason to bite the singer.
“I would rather chew grass than bite him. I don’t want to catch rabies. Have you seen how Portable’s skin looks? Hell no. He should just accept defeat,” he said.
The contest ended in controversy after Portable walked out of the ring during the opening round following chaotic grappling exchanges.
Officials later disqualified Portable for abandoning the fight, handing victory to Okocha.
The bout was a rematch of their first celebrity boxing clash in December 2023, which Portable won. Their rivalry began with a public dispute over an alleged ₦40 million promotional deal before spilling into the boxing ring.
Evi Ben Ezaga writes on entertainment, culture, and trending stories.
