
THE DURANDTS STABLE
BOXERS
For 39 years, our gym has been a powerhouse in the world of boxing — producing world champions, South African champions, and international stars. We proudly carry the torch of the legendary Nick Durandt, whose legacy lives on in every fighter we train. Our history is rich with greatness! Legends such as Phillip Ndou, Cassius Baloyi, Thulani “Sugar Boy” Malinga, Silence Mabuza, Isaac Hlatshwayo, Moruti Mthalane, Zolani Tete, Jeffrey Mathebula, Malcolm Klassen, Simpiwe Vetyeka, Simphiwe Nongqayi, Hawk Makepula and Joseph Makaringe have all passed through our doors — each leaving their mark on the sport and inspiring the next generation of champions. Today, our current stable includes three world champions, multiple international contenders, and South African titleholders. But we’re not stopping there. Our mission is to grow the sport, dominate in South Africa, and make our mark on the biggest stages around the globe. We don’t just train fighters — we build champions. Because at our gym, there’s only one standard, Champions Only.

DRC National Amateur Boxer
Undefeated Professional Super Welterweight Boxer
Aaron Muteba

South African LightHeavyweight Champion
South African Gold Amateur Medalist
Undefeated Professional Light Heavyweight Boxer
Bryan Thysse

South African Super Welterweight Champion
Former IBO All African Champion
Former WBA Pan African Champion
Four at War Winner
South African Silver Amateur Medalist
Brandon Thysse

Former IBO World Champion
Former WBC International Champion
Former WBO Global Champion
Former ABU Champion
Undefeated 5 x South African Champion
2008 Olympian Participant
Silver Commonwealth Medalist
Gold All African Games Medalist
Amateur World Championships Contender
300 + Amateur Fights
Jackson Chauke

IBO World Champion
Former European Champion
Former WBC Francophone Champion
Belgium National Amateur Champion
Yves Ngabu

Former South African Super Lightweight Champion
WBC Grand Prix Contender
South African Amateur National Team
2 x South African Amateur Gold Medalist
Commonwealth Amateur Games Contender
African World Championships Contender
300 + Amateur Fights
Ntethelelo Nkosi

Former WBA Pan African Champion
Former Provincial Champion
7 x SA Amateur Gold Medalist
2015 SA Amateur Best Boxer
African Cup Bronze Medalist
2 x SADC Gold Medalist
Akani Phuzi

DRC National Amateur Team
Amateur Provincial Champion
Augustin Matata

3 x WBC World Champion
2 x WBC Silver Champion
2 x WBC International Champion
WBC Africa Champion
IBF Youth Champion
Junior Makabu

IBO World Championship Contender
WBC Silver Championship Contender
Former Commonwealth Champion
Former ABU Super Featherweight Champion
Malawi Amateur National Team
Malawi Amateur Gold Medalist
Malawi Military Games Gold Medalist
Anisha Basheel

Undefeated Professional Bantamweight Boxer
South African Amateur Bronze Medalist
Provincial Amateur Gold Medalist
Provincial Amateur Silver Medalist
Sameer Mulla

ABU SADC Champion
2 x South African Championship Contender
Provincial Championship Contender
South African Amateur Stand-Out Boxer
Marcus Lebogo

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WBC Grand Prix Contender
DRC National Amateur Team
All African Games Semi-Finalist
Trophy Makabu Gold Medalist
Reagan Apanu

DRC National Amateur Team
Trophy Makabu Contender
Jody Tshitamba

Former Amateur Boxer
Licensed Professional Boxing Coach
5 x Malawian Amateur National Champion
1999 Zone 6 Amateur Games Bronze Medalist
International Olympic Committee Diploma in Boxing Coaching - 1996
Malawi National Amateur Boxing Coach 2000 - 2010
Andson Kazembe

World Champion Trainer
WBC World Champion Trainer
Manager of the Year 2023
Raised in the Sport of Boxing
Youngest Licensed Cornerman in South Africa 2005
Damien Durandt

Former Professional Boxer
Licensed Cornerman
Former 3 x South African Champion
Former WBC International Champion
IBF World Title Eliminator Contender
