The boxing world mourns the loss of Shigetoski Kotari, a 28-year-old Japanese boxer who succumbed to injuries sustained during a title fight on August 2nd.
The World Boxing Organization (WBO) announced Kotari’s passing on Friday, August 8th.
Kotari lost consciousness during the bout against Yamato Hata in Tokyo and was rushed to a hospital, where he was diagnosed with acute subdural hematoma.
He underwent an emergency craniotomy and was under observation following the procedure, according to the Japanese Boxing Commission (JBC).
Boxing Community Pays Tribute
The WBO paid tribute to Kotari, calling him “a warrior in the ring.
A fighter in spirit.
Gone too soon.”
The organization extended its thoughts and prayers to Kotari’s family, team, and the entire Japanese boxing community.
Kotari’s tragic death has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, with fans and fellow boxers expressing their condolences on social media.
His inspiring story and promising career have been cut short, leaving a void in the sport.
As the boxing community comes to terms with this loss, Kotari’s legacy will live on, and his memory will continue to inspire future generations of boxers.