St. Lucia’s John Didier and Kyle Marcel Selected for 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships in Dubai – A historic milestone for St. Lucian boxing and a testament to years of loyalty and development within the IBA and the region.
Castries, St. Lucia — The St. Lucia Boxing Association (SLBA) is proud to announce that national boxers John Didier and Kyle Marcel have been officially selected to compete at the 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships in Dubai. This marks a significant achievement for St. Lucia, positioning the nation on one of the most prestigious stages in world boxing.
Their selection represents not only personal triumphs for the two athletes, but also a landmark moment for the island’s boxing program. According to the SLBA, this opportunity was made possible through St. Lucia’s longstanding loyalty to the International Boxing Association (IBA) and the island’s active role in advancing boxing across the Caribbean and within the Americas Boxing Confederation (AMBC).
“St. Lucia’s continued partnership with the IBA and our dedication to the growth of boxing in the region have opened doors for our athletes,” said the SLBA. “The inclusion of John Didier and Kyle Marcel at the 2025 World Championships is a testament to what consistent support, strategic development, and international collaboration can achieve.”
Both Didier and Marcel have demonstrated exceptional discipline, skill, and commitment in their respective weight classes. Their participation in Dubai will not only elevate their careers, but also serve as inspiration for St. Lucia’s next generation of boxers.
The SLBA expressed gratitude to the IBA for its confidence in St. Lucia and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the sport across the Caribbean. With this milestone, St. Lucia aims to continue building high-performance pathways for athletes, enhancing coaching standards, and expanding regional competition.
The 2025 IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships are expected to attract the world’s top elite boxers and global audiences, offering Didier and Marcel an unparalleled platform to showcase their talent and represent St. Lucia with pride.
Organizations or individuals interested in supporting the athletes’ preparation can contact the SLBA directly. Every contribution large or small moves St. Lucia one step closer to the podium in Dubai.
It’s an opportunity of a lifetime for Didier and Marcel, in a bid to claim a portion of the competition’s historic total prize pool of USD$8.32 million.
Each weight category champion will receive $300,000, the silver medalist $150,000, bronze medalists $75,000 each, while fifth place will be awarded $10,000.
