David Mwale retains WBC International title after thrilling draw

David Mwale held to a draw by Charlton Malajica

​WBC International Bantamweight champion David Mwale retained his title after a hard-fought battle that ended in a draw against Charlton Malajica.

​The fight, held in Lusaka, Zambia, was packed with action from start to finish. Both fighters traded punches and shared moments of dominance that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Mwale displayed the experience and grit that have made him one of the continent’s top regional champions, while Malajica proved to be a formidable opponent.

​After the full distance, the judges were unable to separate the two contenders on the scorecards, ruling a draw that allowed Mwale to retain his WBC championship.

​The result leaves the door open for a potential rematch following a performance that highlighted the high level of African boxing. For Mwale, retaining the title marks an important step forward as he aims for higher-ranked opportunities within the WBC standings.