17/09/2026
It is an incredibly exciting milestone to officially welcome a new athlete under MSM Sports Management & Entertainment banner.
Making the transition from the amateur ranks under SANABO (South African National Boxing Organisation) to the professional circuit is a major leap forward. With experienced leadership steering the ship, the stable is building an excellent foundation for rising South African boxing talent to thrive.
Zandile "Rocky" Mathebula from Phalaborwa, Limpopo who competes in the light welterweight (63.5kg) division. He is recognised as one of the country's top young boxing prospects, having achieved prominence in the youth and national amateur circuits. He started his boxing journey at the age of 11 in Lulekani, Phalaborwa (Limpopo).
● Current Status: He is officially registered as a licensed male boxer under Boxing South Africa (BSA) for the 2026/2027 season.
● National Recognition: He was crowned the Best Male Boxer in the Youth Men Category at the 2022 South African National Amateur Boxing Organization (SANABO) National Championships.
● International Debut: Following his 2022 national title, he was selected to represent South Africa at the AUSC Region V Youth Games in Malawi, where he secured a silver medal.
● Continental Competition: In July 2023, he competed as part of the SANABO Youth National Team at the XXIII Aitenov Brothers Youth Tournament in Kazakhstan. During the tournament, he secured a notable stoppage victory, defeating local Kazakh opponent Temirlan Baimbetov in the third round.
Rocky Mathebula 🔥🔥🔥
