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Glasgow 2026: Nancy Bamfo, Adelaide Djabatey eliminated in women’s 54kg boxing
July 26, 2026
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Glasgow 2026: Nancy Bamfo, Adelaide Djabatey eliminated in women’s 54kg boxing

Key Points

  • Ghana's Nancy Bamfo lost to Northern Ireland's Nicole Clyde in the women's 54kg Round of 16 at the Commonwealth Games by unanimous points.
  • Three judges scored Bamfo's fight 30-26 for Clyde, while two scored it 29-27.
  • Bamfo, a corporal in the Ghana Armed Forces, was one of two Ghanaian female boxers eliminated on Sunday.
  • Adelaide Dede Djabatey also lost by unanimous points to Fiji's Jasmine Duanakamakama, with judges scoring 30-26 or 30-25 against her.
  • In total, three Ghanaian boxers, including Wahib Omar, have been defeated in the opening 72 hours of the tournament.

Why This Matters

This article reflects Ghana's performance in a significant international sporting event, the Commonwealth Games. The early elimination of its boxing contingent, particularly the female athletes, highlights challenges within the national sports program. This could impact national pride, future investment in sports development, and the morale of aspiring athletes.

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