Modou Mbaye defends Modou Lô's VIP status in Senegalese wrestling

Sports commentator Modou Mbaye has addressed the shifting hierarchy within Senegalese wrestling, specifically regarding the elite 'VIP' status of top fighters. Despite a recent defeat against Sa Thiès on April 5, 2026, Mbaye maintains that Modou Lô retains his VIP standing due to his historic longevity and previous reigns, noting that only a second consecutive loss would jeopardize this position.

In contrast, Mbaye stated that Balla Gaye 2, Eumeu Sène, Tapha Tine, and Boy Niang 2 are no longer part of this restricted elite circle, describing them as being ‘at the door.’ The commentator noted that Boy Niang 2’s recent loss to Reug Reug on June 6, 2026, further impacted his standing.

Additionally, Mbaye criticized wrestling promoters regarding the establishment of the new Senegalese Wrestling Federation. He alleged that the creation of the federation was an opaque move intended to ‘exclude Malick Ngom’ and was conducted without sufficient oversight.