Baby Jake Matlala
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Baby Jake Matlala – the giant of the ring
Former sports writer Clinton van der Berg recalls the life of one of South Africa’s greatest boxers and the lasting impression he made.
Baby Jake hailed as best of his generation
Despite his small stature, boxer "Baby Jake" Matlala was a giant, said mourners paying tribute at his funeral. They hailed him as a true champion.
Mbeki: Baby Jake Matlala will be sorely missed
Former president Thabo Mbeki has paid tribute to former South African boxer and junior flyweight champion Baby Jake Matlala, who has died aged 51.
Boxing legend Baby Jake Matlala dies at 51
Former South African boxer and junior flyweight champion Jacob "Baby Jake" Matlala has died.