Tokyo: Two Japanese boxers have died from brain injuries sustained in separate bouts during the same event in Tokyo, the World Boxing Organization (WBO) and local media reported. Shigetoshi Kotari, 28, lost consciousness shortly after a 12-round draw against Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation junior lightweight champion Yamato Hata on August 2. He underwent emergency brain surgery but died later the same day.

According to Anadolu Agency, Hiromasa Urakawa, also 28, died Saturday from injuries suffered when he was knocked out by Yoji Saito at Korakuen Hall on August 2. He also underwent surgery for a subdural hematoma - bleeding inside the skull - but did not survive.

The WBO expressed condolences, stating, 'We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and the Japanese boxing community during this incredibly difficult time.' These incidents mark the third fatal boxing event this year, following the death of Irish super featherweight John Cooney, 28, who succumbed to a brain injury in February after being stopped in his first Celtic title defense.