Fiji’s boxing community is in mourning following the tragic passing of boxer Ubayd Haider, who died in the hospital after his recent title fight. In a highly anticipated match against China’s Runqi Zhou for the IBO Asia Pacific featherweight title, Haider collapsed, leading to his hospitalization.
Haider’s brother, Sebastian Singh, expressed his grief with heartfelt words: “Indeed we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we will return.” He added a touching message, “R I P – See you on the other side, love you my bro. You’ll always be remembered.”
This loss highlights the risks involved in professional sports and the deep sense of community in boxing, where fighters are often seen as family. While the circumstances of Haider’s death are a stark reminder of the sport’s dangers, his legacy will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of fans and fellow boxers.
As the boxing community reflects on his contributions to the sport, this moment can serve as an opportunity for increased safety measures and medical protocols in combat sports to ensure the well-being of athletes.
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