Ghanaian boxing sensation Samuel “Ring Warrior” Takyi has relocated from Accra to London in a bold move designed to accelerate his path to a world title — and he has already laid down a challenge to one of America’s brightest prospects, Floyd Schofield.
The 24-year-old Olympic bronze medallist has joined the renowned IQ Boxing Gym under the guidance of UK-based Ghanaian promoter and manager, Michael Amoo-Bediako.
Brimming with confidence and renewed focus, Takyi is determined to make his mark on the UK boxing scene as he climbs the global rankings.
“I’ll be based here for a while to continue my career. Very soon, I’ll have a fight date. I’m here to improve, keep fighting, break into the world rankings — and then we go for the world titles,”
Takyi told Graphic Sports in an exclusive interview from his London base.
True to his outspoken style, the charismatic fighter reaffirmed his long-standing ambition to emulate Ghanaian boxing greats such as Azumah Nelson and Ike Quartey.
“As I’ve always said, I’m promising Ghanaians that very soon they’ll see the Azumah Nelsons and Ike Quarteys in me. It’s a dream I’m fixated on making a reality, so the hard work continues,”
he declared.
From Olympic Bronze to Pro Knockouts
Takyi made history at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games by winning bronze — the only boxing medal for Africa at the Games and Ghana’s first Olympic medal in nearly three decades.
He turned professional in 2022 under the mentorship of former world champion Ike “Bazooka” Quartey and was initially managed by Clement Quartey, son of the Ghanaian legend. Since then, he has amassed a flawless professional record: seven wins, all by knockout.
Now based in London and laser-focused on reaching the sport’s summit, Takyi has issued a fiery challenge to 21-year-old American standout Floyd Schofield, who is coming off a sensational 78-second stoppage of former world champion Tevin Farmer in California last week.
Schofield holds an undefeated record of 19 wins with 13 KOs since making his debut in October 2020. But Takyi sees more than a rising talent — he sees an opportunity to create legacy.
“I’m challenging you, Floyd Schofield, to knock you out. I’m coming to take revenge for Ike Quartey,”
Takyi proclaimed boldly.
“Your promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, beat Ike Quartey in a controversial decision back in 1999. I want to avenge our legend, so watch out!”
With passion, pedigree, and power on his side, Samuel Takyi is no longer just a rising star — he is a man on a mission, chasing titles, legacy, and a place among Ghana’s boxing elite.
