Ginjiro Shigeoka. | Picture from Wendell Alinea
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former IBF world minimumweight champion Ginjiro Shigeoka’s boxing profession is probably going over after he underwent emergency mind surgical procedure in Osaka, Japan, on Wednesday, Might 28.
The 25-year-old Japanese boxer suffered an acute subdural hematoma following his 12-round struggle with Filipino Pedro Taduran, who edged him out through break up resolution to retain the IBF world title. Shigeoka was rushed to the hospital after being recognized with a blood clot between his mind and cranium—an harm sustained through the battle. He underwent a life-saving craniotomy shortly after.
Though the official outcome was a break up resolution, many observers believed Taduran clearly dominated the battle. Shigeoka confirmed coronary heart and resilience however was visibly outgunned all through the bout.
In a harrowing scene after the choice was introduced, Shigeoka appeared groggy and sat down in his nook. Moments later, he collapsed and needed to be carried out of the ring on a stretcher, sparking concern from followers, fellow fighters, and officers.
This isn’t the primary time Shigeoka has sustained severe accidents within the ring towards Taduran. Of their first encounter, he suffered a fractured orbital bone that additionally required surgical procedure.
This newest harm, nonetheless, could mark the top of his promising profession. In accordance with the Japanese Boxing Fee’s security rules, any boxer who undergoes mind surgical procedure is routinely disqualified from returning to skilled competitors.
Shigeoka was undefeated in 11 bouts earlier than struggling back-to-back losses to Taduran—first final 12 months, then once more this month. Each fights had been for the IBF world minimumweight crown.
In the meantime, Taduran and his staff returned to the Philippines final Monday following the bout in Japan.
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