Nigerian fighter Olanrewaju ‘Success’ Segun tragically passed away after collapsing during a bout against Ghana’s Jon Mbanugu at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Saturday, March 29.
A former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Olanrewaju was competing at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League when he lost consciousness in the third round.
Reports indicate he was leading on points before the incident occurred. According to the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), witnesses recounted the harrowing moment Olanrewaju collapsed in the ring, prompting an immediate response from the referee, trainers, and medical personnel.
Despite urgent efforts to revive him, Olanrewaju remained unresponsive and was rushed to Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
While the official cause of death is yet to be confirmed, early speculation points to cardiac arrest.
A widely shared video on social media captures the moment Olanrewaju collapsed, leaving fans and fellow athletes in shock.
The boxing community has been paying tribute, remembering Segun as a dedicated and highly respected figure in the sport.
His opponent, Jon Mbanugu, visibly shaken by the tragedy, has expressed deep condolences to Olanrewaju’s family and loved ones. What started as a fierce contest between two skilled fighters ended in heartbreak, shifting the focus from competition to mourning.
Before Saturday’s tragic incident, Olanrewaju’s last recorded fight was on December 24, 2024, against Idowu Raheed at the Campos Mini Stadium in Lagos.
His sudden passing has left a lasting impact on the sport, with both the Nigerian and Ghanaian boxing communities mourning the loss of an exceptional athlete.
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