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Kuse crowned World Champion
Siyakholwa Kuse, from Mdantsane, made history as he defeated Melvin Jerusalem of the Philippines on a unanimous decision at Emperor’s Palace on Saturday to become the WBC strawweight world champion. By winning the most-sought-after WBC belt, Kuse became only the fourth South African to achieve this feat. Read the full story on page 8. PHOTO: JAMES GRADIDGE/GALLO IMAGES