has hit the ongoing National Sports Festival in Asaba, the Delta State capital, following the death of a boxer representing Imo State, Chukwuemeka Igboanugo.
Chukwuemeka died after losing a fight in a knockout with Anambra boxer, Prince Gaby Amagor in the 86kg category.
The referee had to stop the fight when the deceased failed to recover after receiving a punch in his chin.
According to a report from the Delta State capital, the deceased was immediately taken out of the ring for medical treatment before being rushed to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.
(CDA NEWS)
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