John Cooney, a promising 28-year-old boxer from Galway, died after suffering an intracranial hemorrhage during his fight against Nathan Howells. He was critical after the bout, which was his first defense of the Celtic super-featherweight title, and he fought for a week in the Royal Victoria Hospital before passing. His family expressed profound gratitude for the medical staff and support they received amid their devastating loss. A fundraiser raised £47,000 to support his family, and tributes poured in from the boxing community, highlighting the impact of his untimely death.
"It is with complete devastation that we have to announce that after a week of battling for his life John Cooney has sadly passed away," MHD Promotions said.
"Mr and Mrs Cooney and his fiancée Emmaleen would like to thank the staff at Belfast's Royal Victoria Hospital who have worked tirelessly to save John's life and for everyone who has sent messages of support and prayers."
"John Cooney the warrior gave up his fight and passed away this evening. I am deeply saddened, I can't begin to think of the hurt his poor fiancée and family are going through."
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