In a thrilling night of celebrity boxing, reality star Phyna and skit maker Carter Efe emerged victorious at the Chaos in the Ring event held at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, on October 1, 2026. The event showcased a mix of celebrity entertainers and professional boxers, culminating in intense bouts that captivated the audience.

Phyna, whose real name is Josephina Otabor, made headlines by knocking out actress Nkechi Blessing in a historic four-round match. This victory marks her as the winner of Nigeria's first female celebrity boxing bout. Following her win, Phyna expressed her desire to challenge Etinosa Idemudia, another Nollywood actress, whom she accused of bothering her through direct messages. "I came in, and I kept my cool and did the thing. Now I would like to fight Etinosa. I think it is time I teach her a lesson," Phyna stated after her victory. Etinosa, who was present at ringside, accepted the challenge, stating, "I have been advising you to carry the Edo name with pride. We do not run from any fight. I accept the challenge fully."

In addition to her victory, Phyna received a cash prize of ₦50 million, which she indicated would support her ambition to pursue a professional boxing career. Her knockout of Nkechi Blessing could signify the beginning of a new chapter in her life as she explores this sport further.

Carter Efe also delivered an impressive performance, dominating Speed Darlington in their four-round crossover contest. Efe won by technical knockout after Speed Darlington ceased to effectively engage in the fight. This victory adds to Efe's unbeaten record in the Chaos in the Ring series, having previously defeated singer Habeeb “Portable” Badmus by unanimous decision earlier in May 2026.

The rivalry between Efe and Speed Darlington had been a focal point leading up to the match, with both entertainers exchanging heated remarks. Their bout not only settled their differences but also entertained fans eager for the showdown.

The main event featured Ghanaian boxer Seth “Freezy Macbones” Gyimah, who dethroned Nigerian champion Godday “Zodsolo” Appah to claim the WBO African Light Heavyweight Continental Championship by unanimous decision. The event, which was broadcast live on SuperSport and DAZN, was powered by Bet9ja, attracting a diverse audience eager to witness the blend of celebrity and professional boxing.