Tragically, Filipino boxer Kenneth Egano lost unexpectedly following a fight that ended in death last week. The 22-year-old boxer was fighting Jason Facularin on Saturday at the Imus Sports Gym in Imus, Philippines, when he experienced a brain haemorrhage.
Egano spent four days in a hospital coma, but he never came out of it. May 10 marked his death. The boxing community has been shocked by the tragic news. Continue reading to learn all the specifics of the development.
The seventh professional match of bantamweight Egano’s career took place last week. He competed against Jason Facularin in eight rounds of the weekly boxing show Blow by Blow. Egano was dealt a severe blow by his opponent towards the end of the contest. He managed to recover from the blow, though, and go on to triumph over his adversary.
When Egano unexpectedly passed out in the ring, the two boxers were waiting for the referee to call the winner. He was carried to Imus Doctors Hospital on a stretcher. The boxer was put into a coma as a result of a brain haemorrhage, it was later discovered.
He was identified as deceased four days later. Manny Pacquaio, a former senator and eight-time world champion, organised the contest and paid for Egano’s hospital bills. His parents’ plane tickets to visit their son were also covered by the campaign.
The Games and Amusements Board released a statement on Wednesday announcing the tragic news. “Kenneth Egano, a professional boxer, passed away, and the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) as a whole mourns his loss. We send our sympathies to Kenneth’s family, friends, and loved ones. “May his soul rest in peace,” the inscription said.
There is nothing more important than human life, Pacquiao added in his expression of sympathy. Boxing is a very risky sport, and since they risk their lives, the boxers should be treated with the utmost respect. You participate in other sports, but not boxing.
Jeremy Facularin Heartbroken by the Development Facularin, Egano’s opponent from the match, is rumoured to be inconsolable about his passing. I didn’t anticipate this happening despite our best efforts. Why did this occur to us? “I’m sorry it occurred. I hope things are going well for you,” he posted on social media.
Many people have shared their sorrow over the boxer’s loss on social media. “Tragic reminder of how hazardous this sport is even when fighters are not using performance-enhancing drugs. RIP,” a user said. Another person said, “My condolences are with his family and friends sending my love.”
He triumphed, but at what price? Ken Egano is asked for prayers. One person remarked, “At least we know he died doing what he loved. “Every time this occurs, it serves as a reminder to respect every man who enters the arena. Extremely hazardous sport. “RIP,” one user tweeted.
We send our sympathies to Egano’s loved ones. God grant him eternal peace!