Podcaster Mariah of Mic Cheque has called on comedian and content creator Oga Obinna to introduce female celebrity boxing matches in the next edition of the Vurugu boxing event.
Speaking during a recent episode of the podcast, Mariah said the celebrity boxing series has generated significant public interest and argued that women should also be given an opportunity to compete in the entertainment-based contest.
“Vurugu 3 should include female celebrity boxing matches.”
She suggested that expanding the card would introduce a fresh element to the event while giving female entertainers and content creators a platform to showcase their competitive side.
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Mariah also proposed Nigerian Afrobeats star Yemi Alade as one of the personalities she would like to see involved if the concept is expanded beyond Kenya.
“I want him to include Yemi Alade on that ring.”
Her remarks come after the recent editions of Vurugu attracted widespread attention online, with celebrity boxing becoming one of the most discussed entertainment trends on Kenyan social media.
The events have featured public figures stepping into the ring before large audiences, generating millions of views across digital platforms through fight highlights, interviews, and behind-the-scenes content.
Fans back the proposal.
Mariah’s suggestion quickly sparked discussion online, with many social media users supporting the idea of introducing women’s bouts including Ogaobinna himself.
ogaobinna:GOOD IDEA👏🔥 nayo nayo
Several commenters said female celebrity matches would make the event more inclusive while adding new rivalries and entertainment value.
Others argued that women in the entertainment industry have equally strong fan bases and would attract significant viewership if paired in well-matched contests.
Jimmy001.music:Female boxing 🥊 is interesting🔥
Some fans also welcomed Mariah’s mention of Yemi Alade, saying the inclusion of regional celebrities could increase the event’s appeal across East Africa and beyond.
Celebrity boxing continues to grow.
In Kenya, Oga Obinna’s Vurugu series has contributed to that trend by bringing together well-known personalities for professionally organised exhibition bouts.
The events have generated widespread conversation online, with clips from the fights regularly trending across social media platforms.
Although Oga Obinna has not publicly confirmed the lineup for Vurugu 3, Mariah’s proposal has already added another talking point to the growing anticipation surrounding the next edition.
