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49-year-old Italian boxer Christian Daghio dies after KO loss in Thailand

Related Topics: Italy, Boxing, Bangkok

Italian boxer, kickboxer, and mixed martial artist Christian Daghio, 49, died on October 26th after being knocked out in a boxing match in Bangkok, Thailand (per News.com.au). In the 12th round of his fight, versus Don Parueang, Daghio suffered two knockdowns, the last of which caused the back of his head to crash against the canvas. After this knockdown Daghio was transported to a hospital. He passed away shortly after.

Daghio was facing Paureang for a WBC Asia title. News.com.au stated that Daghio’s brother, Fabrizio, spoke to Italian press about his brother’s passing.