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We did it! Moyo Crowned Heavyweight Champion
Apr 10, 2025

We did it! Moyo Crowned Heavyweight Champion

EFC 122 showcased an incredible evening of high-stakes combat, highlighted by a stunning heavyweight title upset and a dominant bantamweight title defense. With finishes in nearly every bout, the event reaffirmed the EFC’s status as the premier proving ground for African combat sports.

Main Event: Moyo Shocks Morel to Capture Heavyweight Gold

In a thrilling conclusion, Elvis “The Bomber” Moyo silenced the crowd, dethroning reigning heavyweight champion Anthony Morel via verbal submission just two seconds into round four. Known for his boxing background, Moyo displayed a well-rounded skill set, enduring early grappling exchanges before applying punishing pressure. This victory marks a significant milestone in Moyo’s career as he becomes the new EFC Heavyweight Champion.

Elvis Moyo defeated Anthony Morel by verbal submission at 0:02 into round 4 (EFC heavyweight championship).

Post-Event Press Conference Face-off

In one of the most electrifying moments outside the Hexagon in EFC history, newly crowned heavyweight champion Elvis Moyo faced off against former titleholder Matunga ‘HHH' Djikasa during the post-event press conference. The two giants engaged in a tense verbal exchange that nearly escalated, sending shockwaves through the arena and setting the stage for what promises to be a monumental clash. A date for the heavyweight title bout between Moyo and Djikasa will be confirmed soon, and fans can expect nothing less than fireworks when these two collide.