EFC 127: Djikasa stops Moyo in round two to regain heavyweight crown

EFC 127 delivered a night of unforgettable drama, explosive finishes, and the rebirth of a heavyweight king at the World Sports Betting Arena in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In the main event, Congolese powerhouse Matunga “HHH Power” Djikasa became the new EFC Heavyweight Champion, stopping Elvis Moyo in the second round on Thursday.

With the belt vacated after Moyo failed to make weight, Djikasa stood as the only man eligible to claim gold — and he seized his moment. At 3:15 of round two, referee Ferdi Basson stepped in to halt the action after the 39-year-old poured on heavy strikes, securing victory by TKO and etching his name once more into African MMA history.

For Moyo, who came in heavy at the scales but still chose to face his rival, the performance showed heart and grit. Though no longer champion, the Zimbabwean remains a pillar of the division, respected for his warrior spirit.

With EFC 127 in the books, all eyes now turn to EFC 128, where the interim featherweight champion Ken Sekeletu collides with Billy Oosthuizen.

The two men faced off inside the hexagon just before the main event took place, and the exchange was anything but friendly, setting the stage for an explosive showdown.

Official Results from EFC 127

Matunga Djikasa def. Elvis Moyo via TKO (Strikes) – Round 2, 3:15 – NEW EFC Heavyweight Champion
Roevan De Beer def. Godfrey Mkhwanazi via Tapout (Triangle Choke) – Round 1, 3:21
Lihle Ngamntwini def. Tebatso Molele via Split Decision – 3 rounds
Emmanuel Sita def. Guelor Sondi via TKO (Strikes) – Round 1, 1:25
Emerson Pedro def. Mlungisi Mbizane via Knockout (Flying knee) – Round 3, 4:55
Christopher Matukane def. Glody Kanzeko via Tapout (Verbal submission) – Round 2, 0:00
Coenie Lamprecht def. Mfanafuthi Ngobese via Tapout (Rear Naked Choke) – Round 1, 1:08
Bryn Gwavava def. Rian Mario Dunn via TKO (Strikes) – Round 1, 2:19
Mika Ngomane def. Tebatso Matlhobowane via Unanimous Decision – 3 rounds

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