On 25 July 2020, Taufa Lavemaau aka the Tongan Cowboy fought his last corporate fight before transitioning to amateur boxing. Held at the Auckland Boxing Association in Eden Terrace, it was an absolutely packed (and rowdy) room, ready to watch the 11 undercard fights before the middleweight professional fight at the end.

Taufa walked into this fight night steady and confident (as per daily life) and came away with a well-earned, technically excellent win by unanimous decision. This fight was not only special because it was his last corporate fight, but it was also dedicated to Oscar Bisman, a five-year-old boy currently fighting cancer. Oscar’s favourite colour is green, so Taufa walked out with a green bandana tied around his neck just for him.

Watch out, amateur boxing world. We’re coming for you and the 2024 Olympic Games.

Coach - Albie Roebeck | Team - Discipline Allegiance | Corner - Albie Roebeck, Eli Reupena, Faafiu Toohill