Simon vs Shimweefeleni bout cancelled amid medical concerns

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2025-06-17

ONGWEDIVA, 21 May 2025 - Veteran boxer Harry Simon and Paulus Shimweefeleni, famously known as "Ninja", during the face-off event at Ongwediva on Wednesday. (Photo by: Maria David) NAMPA

OSHAKATI, 17 JUN (NAMPA) – The highly anticipated Harry ‘The Terminator’ Simon versus Paulus ‘Ninja’ Shimweefeleni boxing bout was called off on Saturday due to medical issues preventing Simon from competing safely.
This last-minute diagnosis at Oshakati Independence Stadium, coupled with other unforeseen issues, led to the overall cancellation of several bouts and a “heartfelt apology” from organiser, the Faith Foundation, to the public.
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