On the 27th of May, then-unbeaten boxer Ludumo Lamati squared off against Nick Ball with the WBC Silver Featherweight title on the line. In Nick Ball’s opinion, it was a “fast-paced fight” and Ball impressed the audience with his performance inside the ring. However, Lamati collapsed in his corner after the bout and was immediately stretched out of the ring.
The spectators, opponent Ball, and Queensberry Promotions showed concern for the South African boxer. Likewise, following his 18th victory, Ball addressed Lamati: “So the main thing is his health because as I say, this boxing is no joke. So I hope he’s alright.” As per updates, Lamati was rushed to the Belfast Hospital and underwent numerous tests and scans. After Lamati was admitted to the Hospital, Queensberry Promotions tweeted that their thoughts were with the 31-year-old.
Updates on Ludumo Lamati say the boxer is stable
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In an official statement, Boxing5 informed, Lamati underwent several tests and scans following his arrival at the hospital. In addition, they informed the public that the feedback from the medical team assured them Lamati’s vital signs were stable. While Lamati is recovering, Boxing5 requested everyone to “keep him in your prayers“. The official statement shared by Boxing5 reads as follows: “On Sat 27th May, Ludumo Lamati was taken to the Belfast hospital. On arrival, numerous tests and scans were carried out.”
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“He is currently under hospital care and the latest feedback from the medical team, this morning, is that his vital signs are stable,” it continued. Lamati is 31 years old and has the potential to shine in professional boxing. Before his fight with Nick Ball, Lamati had a record of 1 draw and 20 wins. 11 of Lamati’s wins arrived by way of a knockout. Against Ball, Lamati went the distance of 12 rounds for the fifth time.
The boxing world is with Lamati and they want the boxer to recover as soon as possible. In the same vein, Boxing5 concluded, “We will provide further updates as soon as they become available. Please keep him in your prayers.” In this connection, it is worth mentioning that recently, a 21-year-old boxer also fell unconscious during a fight.
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