Irish Boxer John Cooney Passes Away At 28 Following Brain Injuries Sustained In His February 1st Bout
Rest In Peace.
John Cooney Passes Away
Super-featherweight boxer John Cooney has sadly passed away following injuries sustained in his bout on February 1 in Belfast.
The 28-year-old battled Nathan Howells of Wales at the Ulster Hall looking to defend his Celtic super-featherweight title. Cooney was defeated as the fight was stopped in the ninth round and Cooney was checked by on-site medical team before being taken to Royal Victoria Hospital.
Cooney’s promoter, Mark Dunlop of MHD Promotions, confirmed posted a statement saying “On arrival at the (Royal Victoria Hospital) it was discovered that John had an intracranial haemorrhage and underwent immediate surgery to relive the pressure on his brain.”
Today, February 8, 2025, John Cooney has sadly passed away. Bodyslam sends condolences to John’s friends, family and fans. Rest easy.
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