Undefeated Nigerian Puncher Osumah Faces Veteran Argentine Gil for NABA Gold Title

The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas hosts the super welterweight showdown this Saturday.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:54pm

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Undefeated Nigerian boxer Michael Osumah (10-0, 9 KOs) takes on seasoned Argentine veteran Sergio Mauricio 'El Ruso' Gil (22-15-2, 14 KOs) for the NABA Gold super welterweight title at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas this Saturday, April 11.

Why it matters

This fight represents a crucial step in Osumah's career, as the NABA title could propel him into the WBA's Top 15 rankings and prove that his raw power can translate into championship success at the highest level. For the 35-year-old Gil, this may be his last real shot on U.S. soil to pull off a major upset and capture a title.

The details

Osumah, now based in the United States, has steamrolled nearly every opponent since turning pro, boasting a 90% knockout ratio. Gil, known as 'El Ruso,' comes off capturing the NABA Silver title in his most recent outing and aims to lean on his ring savvy and durable chin to pull off the upset.

  • The fight will take place this Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • Osumah has been undefeated since turning pro.

The players

Michael Osumah

An undefeated Nigerian boxer with a 10-0 record and a 90% knockout ratio, now based in the United States.

Sergio Mauricio 'El Ruso' Gil

A 35-year-old Argentine veteran boxer with a 22-15-2 record, including 14 knockouts, who is coming off a NABA Silver title win.

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What they’re saying

“This NABA strap represents a crucial stamp of legitimacy—a gateway into the WBA's Top 15 and a chance to prove that my raw power can translate into championship success at the highest level.”

— Michael Osumah, Boxer

“This could be my last real shot on U.S. soil to pull off a major upset and capture a title.”

— Sergio Mauricio 'El Ruso' Gil, Boxer

What’s next

The winner of the fight will likely be ranked in the WBA's Top 15 super welterweight division, putting them in contention for a future world title shot.

The takeaway

This fight showcases the contrasting paths of two boxers – the undefeated Nigerian powerhouse Osumah looking to prove his worth on the big stage, and the veteran Argentine Gil seeking one last chance at glory on U.S. soil. The outcome could have significant implications for the future of both fighters' careers.