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Boxer Shigetoshi Kotari Dies; Title Fights Shortened for Safety

8/9/2025

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Japanese boxer Shigetoshi Kotari, just 28, tragically lost his life due to a brain injury sustained in a fierce title fight against Yamato Hata on August 2. Following a dramatic draw, he underwent emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma. In response to this heartbreaking incident, the Oriental Pacific Boxing Federation has decided to shorten title fights from 12 to 10 rounds, prioritizing fighter safety.

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Japanese boxer Shigetoshi Kotari, just 28, tragically lost his life due to a brain injury sustained in a fierce title fight against Yamato Hata on August 2. Following a dramatic draw, he underwent emergency surgery for a subdural hematoma. In response to this heartbreaking incident, the Oriental Pacific Boxing Federation has decided to shorten title fights from 12 to 10 rounds, prioritizing fighter safety.