Tragic Loss: Middleweight Boxer Passed Away Following Professional Debut.

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Tragic Loss: Middleweight Boxer Passed Away Following Professional Debut.

Sherif Lawal, a London-based boxer, tragically passed away after collapsing in the ring during his professional debut on Sunday.

During a middleweight bout at Harrow Leisure Centre, 29-year-old London-based boxer Sherif Lawal was knocked down by his Portuguese opponent Malam Varela in the fourth round.

Paramedics administered treatment on-site, and Lawal was swiftly taken to the hospital. However, he was later pronounced dead.

The British Boxing Board of Control expressed their condolences, stating, "Condolences to the family of Sherif Lawal following his tragic passing. 

The thoughts of all those involved in boxing in Great Britain are with them at this difficult time."

Warren Boxing Management, Lawal's representatives, also conveyed their sympathies, saying, "We would like to send our condolences to all of Sherif’s family, friends, coaches, and all those close to him at this tragic time."