Prichard Colón, boxer left with brain damage after 2015 fight, dies aged 33
Summary
Prichard Colón, a Puerto Rican boxer, died at age 33, 11 years after suffering severe brain damage in a 2015 fight. He never fought again after the injury caused by illegal blows and was remembered for his courage and resilience.Key Facts
- Prichard Colón was a professional boxer from Puerto Rico.
- In 2015, he suffered a brain bleed during a fight against Terrel Williams in Virginia.
- The injury was caused by illegal hits to the back of his head.
- He had surgery but was left with irreversible brain damage.
- He never fought again and later used a wheelchair.
- Before the injury, Colón had 16 straight wins with 13 knockouts.
- The World Boxing Council (WBC) made him an honorary world champion and praised his bravery.
- His injury led boxing organizations to improve safety and medical rules.
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