Guyana’s rising boxing talent Keevin Allicock says fans can expect an electrifying performance when he faces Dexter Marks in their highly anticipated bout on the 28th, confidently predicting the fight will not last the full ten rounds.
Speaking in an interview with Jashua Abdool, Allicock expressed excitement ahead of the clash and reflected on the journey that shaped him as a fighter.
“I’m always excited. This is what I do for a living,” Allicock said. “I started boxing and competing at the age of six.”
The Alboystown native explained that boxing runs deep in his family. Several of his brothers previously represented Guyana at high-level competitions, including the Commonwealth Games. For Allicock, however, the sport represents more than competition—it reflects the struggles and discipline that defined his upbringing.
“There’s a difference between me and a lot of fighters,” he said. “Many are trained to fight, but I was born to fight.”
Allicock credited his upbringing in Alboystown for shaping his resilience, noting that his battles extended beyond the ring.
“I had to fight not just inside the ring, but outside the ring too,” he said. “I had to fight to stay disciplined and stay away from drugs, alcohol and those things. My life is still a fight, and I love it.”
Despite acknowledging the technical ability and experience of his opponent Dexter Marks, Allicock welcomed the challenge and thanked Marks for accepting the fight.
“I must say thanks to Dexter for taking the offer to fight me,” he said. “A lot of people are scared because of what I do. My fists do the talking when I’m inside the ring.”
While the bout is scheduled for ten rounds, Allicock made it clear that he does not expect the fight to go the distance.
“I’m a man of my word,” he said. “The fight is not going to go ten rounds. It’s not going to pass six rounds.”
Allicock also spoke about the dangers of boxing and the mindset fighters must have when stepping into the ring.
“This sport is dangerous,” he admitted. “When we sign that contract, we sign it to death. Many people don’t understand that. But I enjoy what I do. If you’re not going to enjoy something you’re doing, then it will be hard.”
Driven by passion, discipline and years of dedication, Allicock said his ultimate goal remains clear: bringing a world title to Guyana.
“I’ve been doing this all my life,” he said. “I’ve been fighting for the people of this country, and I will continue until I achieve a world title. That time is coming very soon, by the grace of God.”
The upcoming fight will serve as a co-main event, with a full night of amateur and professional boxing expected to build up to the headline bout between Allicock and Marks.
Allicock is urging fans to come out and support what he promises will be a memorable evening.
“It’s going to be very exciting,” he said. “It’s going to be a night filled with action. One of those fights that keeps people on the edge of their seats.”
