Ne-Yo Joins Boxing World as Manager for Cruiserweight Paul Bamba

The Grammy-winning artist steps into sports management, backing Bamba ahead of his December 21 title fight.

Ne-Yo, a three-time Grammy-winning singer, has entered professional boxing as a manager, signing cruiserweight fighter Paul Bamba.
Bamba, who holds an 18-3 record with 17 knockouts, is set to fight Rogelio Medina for the WBA Gold Cruiserweight title on December 21 in New Jersey.
Ne-Yo and Bamba's relationship began through training sessions and grew into a professional partnership due to mutual respect and shared goals.
In 2024, Bamba has achieved 13 consecutive knockout victories, showcasing his dominance in the ring and his readiness for the upcoming title bout.
Ne-Yo aims to leverage his entertainment industry experience to boost Bamba's exposure, with both expressing excitement about the opportunities this collaboration could bring.