Boxing Match Preview: Ntethelelo Nkosi (8-2-0, 5 KOs) vs. Ju Wu (15-1-2, 3 KOs)
This matchup pits South Africa’s Ntethelelo Nkosi (8–2–0, 5 KOs) against China’s Ju Wu (15–1–2, 3 KOs) in a stylistic contrast between raw power and technical finesse. With both fighters aiming to advance in the WBC Grand Prix bracket, the stakes are high despite the bout being scheduled for just six rounds.
Ntethelelo Nkosi: South Africa’s Silent Threat
Age: 28
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 5′10″ (179 cm)
Record: 8 wins, 2 losses, 5 KOs
Rounds Fought: 42
Debut: 2018
Strengths:
Power Advantage: 63% KO rate suggests he can end fights early if he lands clean.
Physical Tools: Matches Wu in height and reach, giving him no physical disadvantage.
Composure: Has shown grit in bouncing back from early career setbacks.
Concerns:
Inactivity: Fewer fights and rounds than Wu may affect rhythm.
Level of Opposition: Hasn’t faced as many top-tier opponents.
Ju Wu: China’s Technical Craftsman
Age: 25
Stance: Southpaw
Height/Reach: 5′10″ (179 cm) / 68.1″ (173 cm)
Record: 15 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws, 3 KOs
Rounds Fought: 104
Debut: 2016
Strengths:
Ring IQ: Wu’s 104 rounds of experience show in his footwork and timing.
Southpaw Style: Can frustrate orthodox fighters like Nkosi with angles and counters.
Consistency: Only one loss in 18 fights, with a strong track record in six-rounders.
Concerns:
Low KO Rate: Just 20% of wins by knockout; may struggle to keep Nkosi off him.
Pressure Handling: Nkosi’s aggression could test Wu’s ability to fight off the back foot.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Nkosi | Wu |
| Record | 8–2–0 (5 KOs) | 15–1–2 (3 KOs) |
| Age | 28 | 25 |
| Height | 5′10″ (179 cm) | 5′10″ (179 cm) |
| Reach | N/A | 68.1″ (173 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Rounds Fought | 42 | 104 |
FIGHT ODDS
Ntethelelo Nkosi + 145
Ju Wu – 165
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 19, 2025
