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Popova
(2-0) was hailed as a certain future world
champion, and, while expected to be a test,
Achieng (10-2, 6 KOs) was considered a
stepping-stone in that direction.
But
Achieng had other plans, and entered the fight
with plenty of confidence as the reigning East &
Central Africa and Kenyan national champion. She
was simply too experienced and crafty for
Popova, and won a clear unanimous decision
(80-73, 79-74, 79-74).
Unfortunately a break of almost three years
followed for Achieng, and she was not able to
capitalize on the momentum.
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But she is
now working her way back to the top, and won the
Commonwealth Super Lightweight title a year ago,
improving her record to 14-2 (7). Still only 34
years old, she has time to eventually win even
higher accolades.
Armenian
born Popova last fought in March of 2019, and
looks retired with a 6-2 (0) record.
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