Nigeria, Nov. 27 -- Nigerian professional boxer Efe Ajagba has received a significant boost in his pursuit of a world boxing heavyweight title.

The International Boxing Federation (IBF) has ordered Martin Bakole to face Ajagba in an eliminator bout, with the winner becoming the mandatory challenger for the IBF heavyweight title currently held by Daniel Dubois.

Ajagba, ranked No. 7 by the IBF, has been deemed the next highest available contender after Agit Kabayel's withdrawal and Zhilei Zhang's expected pursuit of another opportunity.

Top Rank, Ajagba's promoters, have confirmed his availability for the fight.

This matchup presents a crucial opportunity for " The Silent Roller" as Ajagba is fondly called to showcase his skills and adv...