Dar es Salaam, April 17 -- SAUDI ARABIA: TANZANIAN boxer Juma Choki is set to step into the ring this evening in the ongoing World Boxing Championship taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Choki will face Bryx Piala from the Philippines in a round of 32 bout.

In a video message shared upon his arrival in Saudi Arabia, Choki called on Tanzanians to pray for him and offer their support so that he can perform well and bring pride to the nation.

“Ive already arrived in Saudi Arabia. I humbly ask for your prayers and support as your brother. I believe I will do well,” said Choki, noting that the bout will be a six-round fight.

The National Sports Council of Tanzania (BMT) has also wished the boxer well, encouraging him to be a r...