Two Japanese boxers, Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa, died from brain injuries suffered during fights at Korakuen Hall on August 2. Both were 28 years old and underwent surgeries for subdural haematoma. Kotari's injury occurred in a draw against Yamato Hata while Urakawa lost by knockout to Yoji Saito. The World Boxing Organisation and World Boxing Council expressed condolences, highlighting the tragic nature of these incidents in boxing. Additionally, an Irish boxer, John Cooney, also died earlier this year from a similar injury, marking a concerning trend in the sport.
Both Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa succumbed to brain injuries sustained during their fights at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, leading to nationwide mourning in Japan.
The World Boxing Organisation and the World Boxing Council expressed deep condolences and sadness over the tragic losses of both boxers, emphasizing the dangerous nature of the sport.
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