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Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight
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Key Points:
- Former boxer Prichard Colón has died at age 33, 11 years after sustaining severe head injuries during his only professional defeat, which ended his promising career.
- Colón, originally from Florida and raised in Puerto Rico, was a successful amateur and professional fighter, winning 16 of 17 pro matches with 13 knockouts.
- His career-ending injury occurred in a 2015 fight against Terrel Williams, where an illegal blow to the back of the head caused traumatic brain injury, leading to surgery and lifelong disability.
- The World Boxing Council honored Colón as an "eternal champion" and credited his tragedy with prompting stricter safety regulations and medical protocols in boxing.
- Colón’s family announced his passing on Facebook, expressing gratitude for the support and prayers received over the years.
