Akani Sambu W10 Sabelo Cebekhulu... On Friday in Thohoyandou, South Africa, Akani Sambu fended off the challenge of compatriot Sabelo Cebekhulu, winning a controversial split decision. The 118-pound contest headlined “Survival of the Fittest”, a card promoted by Mama Rocks Boxing Promotions at the Khoroni Hotel Casino. Sambu started strongly, flooring Cebekhulu in round two with a left hook, but it was an even fight midway through and when Cebekhulu took over in the second half and scored a knockdown of his own in round seven, it looked like the decision could go either way. Judge Phumeza Zinakile scored it 95-93 for the challenger, but he was overruled by judges Mike Phiri and Gezani Hlungwane, who had it 95-93 and a much too wide 97-91 for Sambu. Sambu improved his pro record to 7-1-1 with 3 KOs. Cebekhulu falls to 7-2 with 3. KOs.