Former Africa Boxing Union (ABU) African champion Nathaniel ‘Natty’ Kakololo has warned Flame ‘The Special One’ Nangolo to be careful of what he wishes for in a fiery response to the latter’s recent call-out.
Last month, Nangolo challenged the former WBF international champion to a fight, saying he was tired of contesting with boxers who are not on his level.
“I am calling out Kakololo; we need to make this fight happen, and I think it’s a must-have fight,” Nangolo said last month.
In response to Flame calling him out, the 34-year-old boxer said he understood why Flame called him out because he was once in his position.
He advised the young boxer to make contact with his team.
“If he truly wants to exchange leathers with me, his (Nangolo’s) team knows where to find me. However, I am warning the young man to be careful what he wishes for. His calling me out is understandable because when I was that young and upcoming, I also wanted to fight the best. I wish him the best, but he still has a lot of work to do. I just want to warn him not to bite off more than he can chew, as the truth is, he has never swum in deep waters before,” Kakololo advised.
He reminded Nangolo that he is a former national champion, a former World Boxing Federation International champion, a former African Boxing Union African champion and a former World Boxing Association African champion.
“I have even contested for WBC silver and WBO intercontinental titles, conquering the world. I fought in arenas – not in halls, so he must be mindful of what he is provoking,” Kakololo said.
When asked about what he has been up to, Kakololo told New Era Sport he had taken some time off to rejuvenate and spend quality time with his family and children, particularly supporting his 10-year-old daughter Esther Kakololo’s music career.
However, despite taking some time off, he remains in the gym – preparing.
“I have been doing well and recently took some time off to rest and spend quality time with my family and kids. As a dedicated father, I’ve been on daddy duty, assisting with school work and supporting my 10-year-old daughter Esther Kakololo’s music career. While balancing these responsibilities, I’ve also been engaging in light training since I became a full-time professional boxer. It’s important to find that balance between family and career, and I’m grateful for the opportunities I have to pursue my passions both inside and outside the ring,” he said.