Amechi sets sights on big 2025 with domestic super-bantam success on his wanted list
The South Londoner, who is trained by Larry Ekundayo in Kidbrooke, suffered a first career loss on points against Jack England in March and is waiting for a confirmed date when he can return to the ring.
Amechi, 34, has long stated his desire to clinch domestic belts having set out on his path to success later than the majority of his rivals.
There has been some talk of a rematch with England but right now Amechi does not mind who he takes on as long as he is climbing back between the ropes come the new year.
“Not having a fight in a while makes you hungry – you miss fight night,” he said. “I can’t wait to be in the ring again and show what I can do.
“What you want to do after some time out like this is come back with a bang and leave people saying: ‘I can’t wait to see more of him’. I can’t come back in a mediocre fight – that can’t happen, I have to showcase myself properly. I know that I’m 34 but age simply does not cross my mind, I’m happy to say.”
Amechi stresses he is in great condition as he chases the titles he has pictured winning in the pro game for many years.
He is in a rush to get to the top and determined to show that mid-30s does not equal over the hill.
“I think it matters to others more than it does to me,” he added. “I know it’s about how I am feeling in terms of my body and where I am on my journey.
“I haven’t slowed down and I think that is the key. If I feel I’m not seeing jabs anymore I’ll stop, but right now I feel fit and strong. Really, I’ve not got a lot of miles on the clock for my age, I’ve been used lightly so far and I’ve got no fear about slowing down.
“The fact I only had 32 amateur fights and started boxing in my early to mid-20s means I have a lot left in the tank and haven’t broken down my body. I have to show that now.”
Follow Amechi’s journey on Instagram @joke_eheritage
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