Somali boxer, author, model and activist making waves in the ring
Ramla Ali has secured her first world championships at 36, defeating Mikiah Kreps in a split decision in Arlington, Texas. The bout, though dramatic, has sparked debate over the judges’ scores as Kreps outlands Ali, with two scorecards in Kreps’ favor and one for Ali. Ali dedicates the victory to her late father and her Somali heritage.