Breaking News: Boxer Maxim Dadashev dies from in-ring injuries sustained in fight against Subriel Matias

Maxim Dadashev, the 28-year-old Russian boxer left fighting for his life after suffering a subdural haematoma in a 140-pound world title eliminator against Puerto Rican Subriel Matias at MGM National Harbor in suburban Washington on Friday, July 19, 2019, has been confirmed dead. 

His trainer Buddy McGirt, had to beg him to throw in the towel during the fight, after taking in a lot of punches to the face and head. Shortly after the fight, Dadashev was diagnosed with a brain bleed and underwent a 2-hour procedure that had the 'right side of his skull' removed by surgeons in hope of saving his life. 

However McGirt announced on Tuesday that Dadashev passed away from his injuries. Before his death, Dadashev was 13-1 in his boxing career and was considered one of the sport's bright young stars. 

British boxing promoter Eddie Hearn paid a tribute to the late boxer, and he tweeted: "So terribly sad to hear the news of the passing of Maxim Dadashev. Rest in peace."

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Coaches, administrators thrilled by performance level at GOtv Boxing NextGen 4 by Ukpono Etuk

Coaches and boxing authority figures at GOtv Boxing NextGen Search 4 holding in Abeokuta have expressed delight at the quality of young boxers participating in the programme.

The three-day event designed to spot young aspiring professional boxers started on Thursday at the Dunkin Pepper Gym of the MKO Abiola International Stadium. 



At yesterday’s session which featured over 50 bouts, coaches and boxing administrators praised the level of performances put up by the boxers on parade and were thrilled by the preponderance of youthful boxers.

The programme will be concluded today with the announcement of selected boxers.

The selection was made by elite coaches with a cumulative boxing experience of over 100years.
 

Speaking at the opening ceremony on Thursday, Jenkins Alumona, Managing Director of  Flykite Productions stated that all boxers selected today from the event will have their professional boxing licence fees paid by the Chairman of GOtv Boxing, Mr Adewunmi Ogunsanya (SAN) and will also be given free pre-licensing  medical check-up.
 


He also said  that this year’s edition has  experienced  the highest turnout  of boxers since the first edition, recording boxers from over five states: Lagos, Enugu, Ondo, Abia, Oyo and Ogun.

Alumona equally stated that at least two of the selected boxers at GOtv Boxing NextGen 4 will fight at the next edition of the GOtv Boxing Night.


Dr Rafiu Ladipo,President, Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBB of C),  commended sponsors of the programme for their continued support for Nigerian  boxing.



Mr Remi Aboderin, President, West African Boxing Union (WABU), who was also in attendance, expressed gratitude to the organisers and sponsors.

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