EFC 134 delivered a spectacular night of mixed martial arts action at the World Sports Betting EFC Arena, with championship drama, breakout performances, and highlight-reel finishes keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
The main event featured a highly anticipated clash between two of Africa’s premier female MMA champions as reigning EFC Women’s Flyweight Champion Amanda Lino defended her title against EFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Juliet Chukwu. The championship showdown lived up to expectations, showcasing the elite level of women’s mixed martial arts on the continent.
Both athletes enjoyed moments of success throughout the contest, exchanging momentum in a competitive battle that highlighted their championship pedigree. However, it was Lino who ultimately found the decisive finish, securing an armbar submission at 3:28 of the third round to successfully retain her title.
The victory further cements Lino’s status as one of the most dominant and accomplished champions in EFC history while ending Chukwu’s ambitious quest to hold championship belts in two weight divisions simultaneously.
Earlier on the main card, Thapelo Seabi produced one of the biggest victories of his career with an impressive unanimous decision win over highly regarded flyweight contender Sisa Jungula. The performance significantly boosts Seabi’s standing in the division and places him firmly in the title conversation.
Khanyo Maqam also continued his rise through the lightweight ranks with a commanding third-round TKO victory over veteran competitor Vince Bembe. After a composed and calculated performance, Maqam secured the finish at 3:38 of the final round, earning one of the evening’s coveted Performance Bonuses and establishing himself as a serious contender in one of EFC’s most competitive divisions.
The preliminary card featured several explosive finishes. Veja Hinda delivered one of the standout moments of the night with a devastating first-round knockout victory over Bheki Ngcobo, while Jason Mackay made an immediate statement by stopping Guelor Sondi via first-round knockout. Bruce Mayasi also impressed fans with a dramatic third-round knockout victory against Andile Gasa.
Adding to the excitement, fans witnessed a tense face-off between reigning bantamweight champion Faeez Jacobs and number-one contender Gift Walker ahead of their eagerly awaited title clash at EFC 135.
Official EFC 134 Results
Amanda Lino def. Juliet Chukwu via Submission (Armbar) – Round 3, 3:28
Thapelo Seabi def. Sisa Jungula via Unanimous Decision – Round 3, 5:00
Khanyo Maqam def. Vince Bembe via TKO (Strikes) – Round 3, 3:38
Godfrey Mkhwanazi def. William Lekana via Unanimous Decision – Round 3, 5:00
Tebatso Molele def. Lecture Gumbi via Unanimous Decision – Round 3, 5:00
Glody Kanzeko def. Alex Suzuki via Majority Decision – Round 3, 5:00
Veja Hinda def. Bheki Ngcobo via KO (Punch) – Round 1, 2:09
Jason Mackay def. Guelor Sondi via KO (Punch) – Round 1, 3:52
Bruce Mayasi def. Andile Gasa via KO (Punch) – Round 3, 0:21
Alex Kapinga vs Nasiphi Vellem – Split Decision Draw – Round 3, 5:00
Garcia Kinkela def. Boyka Botha via Unanimous Decision – Round 3, 5:00
Stefan Diedericks def. Thembani Mhlanga via Submission (Triangle Choke) – Round 1, 1:47
Performance Bonuses
Fight of the Night
- Tebatso Molele vs Lecture Gumbi
Performance Bonuses
- Khanyo Maqam
- Veja Hinda
- Jason Mackay
From championship excellence and emerging contenders to spectacular finishes and future title implications, EFC 134 once again showcased the growth and depth of African mixed martial arts. With Amanda Lino successfully defending her crown and several rising stars making strong statements, the road to EFC 135 promises even more excitement for MMA fans across the continent.
