Samoa boxing

This is due to travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

The duo are currently in Australia training for the Tokyo Olympics in July.

Despite the lack of international competition time for a year, both Plodzicki-Faoagali and Ah Tong are aiming to bring home Olympic gold. 

They will travel to Tokyo in early July to compete in the Olympic Games.

The Samoan boxer has qualified for the Tokyo Olympics.

“To say that I am excited would be an understatement. Pursuing a career in boxing has always been my dream after finishing high school 4 years ago in Samoa. I made a vow then that I will do my best, make a name for myself in the boxing arena and be an inspiration for other kids back home” he said on social media.

Ah Tong and fellow Samoan boxer Ato Plodzicki-Faoagali have qualified for the event.

The Samoa Observer reported that the government had appointed a tribunal to look into Tuigamala's ousting as president of the association in November after only a year in the role.

The tribunal would investigate whether the association complied with procedures in its own constitution when Tuigamala was dismissed, and whether the current executive membership of the association had obtained their positions appropriately, the Observer said.

Parker looks set to square off against Hughie Fury after the Englishman's promoter Frank Warren, a respected figure in the fight game, said he wants to "get the deal done".

But first the Kiwi champion will enjoy a week with family to celebrate his historic achievement, after the majority decision win over Andy Ruiz, by visiting his second home.

Hughie Fury holds the WBO's intercontinental belt but wants a shot at the world title against Joseph Parker.