Ferreira vs Simwaka: A late-notice title fight that could reshape the IBO picture

Bernice “The Badger” Ferreira says she’s preparing for a rugged, uncompromising night when she meets Ellen “Tigress” Simwaka for a vacant IBO belt on May 9. With the matchup made after a contender withdrew, the bout has the feel of a high-stakes audition for the next wave of women’s boxing on the continent.