US EditionJapan Boxing Commission Limits Title Bouts to 10 Rounds and Calls Emergency Safety Meeting
TOKYO, JAPAN, AUG 11 – The Japan Boxing Commission is investigating links between rapid weight-cutting and brain injuries after two fighters died following bouts at the same event, officials said.
- On Tuesday, the Japan Boxing Commission will convene an emergency meeting to address safety concerns after two fighters died, amid mounting scrutiny.
- These fatalities stemmed from brain injuries treated with emergency surgery that proved unsuccessful.
- The commission plans to seek input from gym officials and trainers on weight loss practices, with Asahi Shimbun stating `Dehydration makes the brain more susceptible to bleeding`.
- ‘We are acutely aware of our responsibility as the manager of the sport,’ Tsuyoshi Yasukochi said, after reducing OPBF title bouts from 12 to 10 rounds.
- Next month, the JBC will hold further safety discussions with trainers and gym representatives, critics urge a comprehensive review of safety measures.
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