Ajagba Knocks Out Martin at Zuffa Boxing 03

Heavyweight contender Efe Ajagba scores a fourth-round TKO over Charles Martin in the main event of the Zuffa Boxing 03 card in Las Vegas.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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At the Zuffa Boxing 03 event in Las Vegas, heavyweight contender Efe Ajagba (20-1, 15 KOs) defeated former IBF heavyweight champion Charles Martin (29-5-1, 26 KOs) via fourth-round TKO. Ajagba controlled the early rounds with his jab and power, dropping Martin in the third round. In the fourth round, another knockdown followed by a flurry against the ropes prompted the referee to stop the fight, improving Ajagba's record to 20-1.

Why it matters

Ajagba's dominant performance over the experienced Martin solidifies his status as a rising heavyweight contender. The win puts him in position to potentially challenge for a world title in the near future, as the heavyweight division continues to be one of the most exciting weight classes in boxing.

The details

Ajagba was in control from the opening bell, using his jab and power punches to outclass Martin. In the third round, Ajagba landed a massive right hand that dropped Martin. While Martin was able to beat the count, he was clearly hurt. In the fourth round, Ajagba landed another knockdown and then unloaded a flurry of punches against the ropes, prompting the referee to stop the fight.

  • The Zuffa Boxing 03 event took place on February 15, 2026 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • The main card started at 9 p.m. ET.

The players

Efe Ajagba

A 27-year-old Nigerian heavyweight contender with a 20-1 professional record and 15 knockouts.

Charles Martin

A former IBF heavyweight champion with a 29-5-1 record and 26 knockouts.

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What they’re saying

“I'm coming for all the top heavyweights. This is just the beginning for me.”

— Efe Ajagba (boxinginsider.com)

What’s next

Ajagba is expected to be in line for a heavyweight title shot in the near future, as he continues to climb the rankings with impressive performances like this one.

The takeaway

Efe Ajagba's dominant victory over the experienced Charles Martin solidifies his status as one of the top young heavyweights in the sport. With his power, skill, and growing confidence, Ajagba appears poised to challenge the division's elite in the coming years.