Sakio Bika looks to provide sting in the ring vs. Adonis Stevenson
Sakio Bika took his nickname from the creature that nearly took his life. Bika, dubbed “The Scorpion,” was stung by one of the arachnids as a 13-year-old growing up in his native Cameroon in Central Africa.
Adonis Stevenson give some kids a peak at Superman's ride
The comic book version of his namesake may simply fly to the laundromat when he needs to get his tights drycleaned, but Adonis “Superman” Stevenson prefers to travel in a bit more style.
Sakio Bika remains a star in his native Cameroon
The Central African nation of Cameroon is famous for its production of two pulse-quickening things: coffee and native son Sakio Bika, whose dogged, determined, downright annoying (for opponents) presence in the ring is suggestive of a man whose heart pumps espresso.
Adonis Stevenson continues to heed the advice of late, legendary trainer Emanuel Steward
Famed boxing trainer Emanuel Steward passed away in 2012 at the age of 68, but his words live on in the knuckles of Adonis Stevenson.
Sakio Bika hits the road almost as hard as he hits his opponents
He calls himself “The Scorpion,” but for Sakio Bika, “The Road Warrior” might be a more fitting handle.
Adonis Stevenson continues to defy his age one knockout at a time
“Superman” is on the phone, currently engaged in the one thing he does with almost as much relish as belting opponents in the face: talking up his return to the ring.
Premier Boxing Champions fights airing on CBS beginning April 4
The Premier Boxing Champions series continues to come out swinging, announcing a multiyear partnership with CBS, which will televise up to eight live fights in 2015. The PBC, created for TV by Haymon Boxing, debuts on CBS on April 4 with 175-pound champion Adonis Stevenson, one of boxing’s hardest hitters, battling former 168-pound champ Sakio Bika.
