Zari Hassan’s husband Shakib Cham is wasting no time building momentum in the corporate boxing scene after securing an impressive knockout win over Barista Timo during a weekend bout in Kansanga, Uganda.
The victory marks another step forward for the businessman-turned-boxer, who has recently been making serious moves in Uganda’s growing corporate boxing space. With confidence clearly on his side, Shakib is now looking ahead to even bigger and more high-profile matchups.
Eyeing Celebrity Showdowns
Speaking after his latest win, Shakib revealed that he is keen on stepping into the ring with some of Uganda’s biggest entertainment figures, including Pallaso and Alien Skin.
According to him, such fights would not only attract attention but also help elevate corporate boxing as a sport in Uganda. He noted that Alien Skin already has a passion for boxing, which could make a potential match both competitive and entertaining.
Shakib believes blending entertainment and sport could be the key to drawing larger audiences and giving corporate boxing a stronger foothold in the country.
Global Ambitions in the Ring
Beyond the local scene, Shakib is also dreaming big. He expressed interest in facing internationally recognized personalities like Jake Paul and Ashton Hall.
He says he closely follows their journeys and would welcome any opportunity to share the ring with them.
For Shakib, such matchups would not just be personal milestones but also a chance to connect Uganda’s boxing scene with a global audience.
Unfinished Business
Despite his current winning streak, Shakib hasn’t forgotten about the one blemish on his record. He remains eager for a rematch with Rickman Manrick—the only opponent to have defeated him so far.
Shakib made it clear that he is ready whenever the opportunity arises, signaling that settling that score is still high on his priority list.
Building a New Boxing Culture
As Shakib Cham continues to balance business, social life, and now boxing, his ambitions reflect a broader vision, to grow corporate boxing into a mainstream form of entertainment in Uganda.
With bold callouts, rising confidence, and a willingness to face both local stars and international names, Shakib is positioning himself as one of the key figures driving this emerging trend.
