Columbus Clash: Height vs. Heart at the Hyatt Regency!

The air in Columbus is about to get electric. On January 10, 2026, the Hyatt Regency transforms into a battlefield as two of the region’s grittiest warriors collide in a clash of styles, stature, and sheer will. Local standout Ahmed Conteh steps into the ring to defend his home turf against the surging Armond Richard, a fighter who carries the ominous nickname NUN2LOSE.

Ahmed Conteh: The Towering Technician

Fighting out of Columbus, the 31-year-old Conteh is a physical marvel for the lightweight division. Standing a staggering 6’0”, he possesses a reach that most opponents find impossible to solve. Conteh isn’t just a rangy jabber; with a 40% knockout ratio, he has shown he can end a night early if he catches his opponent coming inside. For Conteh, this fight is about leverage and geography—keeping the fight at the end of his long levers.

Armond Richard: NUN2LOSE

Don’t let the height disadvantage fool you. Armond Richard may stand at 5’7”, but he fights with the relentless pressure of a man who truly has NUN2LOSE. Richard brings superior professional experience into the ring with 10 bouts and nearly double the rounds boxed compared to Conteh (49 to 29). He has shown a chin of granite and a motor that doesn’t quit. You can follow his journey directly on his Facebook Profile.

The Tale of the Tape

Fight Analysis & Prediction

This is a classic “Big Man vs. Small Man” boxing chess match.

• The Conteh Strategy: Use the five-inch height advantage to keep Richard on the outside. If Conteh can establish his jab early, he can cruise to a decision or set up a heavy straight right.

• The Richard Strategy: To live up to his name, Richard must get inside the “kill zone.” He needs to work the body to take the legs out from under the taller Conteh and turn this into a phone-booth war.

While Conteh has the hometown advantage and the reach, Armond Richard enters with the superior record and more seasoned ring generalship. Richard’s ability to navigate through adversity gives him the edge in a fight that likely goes to the scorecards.

The Odds

• Armond Richard: -150 (Favorite)

• Ahmed Conteh: +120 (Underdog)

Final Prediction: Armond Richard via Unanimous Decision.

Event Information

Don’t miss a second of the action! This stacked card features local favorites and rising prospects.

• When: January 10, 2026

• Where: Hyatt Regency, Columbus, Ohio

• Full Fight Card: View the remainder of the card on BoxRec

• Tickets: Purchase Tickets Here – Rising Stars Boxing