New customers only. Boxer Dwight Ritchie died after a training accident in Melbourne in November. Iam Entertainment Blogger and CEO of Walikali and also Lead Editor, you can contact me at Email: Walikalinew@gmail.com. He held the Australian middleweight title from 2014 to 2015[4] and the IBF Youth junior middleweight title in 2017. Titles held by Ritchie during his career include the Victoria State middleweight title, the Australian middleweight title, the OPBF middleweight title, the WBF Asia Pacific middleweight title, the IBF Youth junior middleweight title and the IBF Australasian junior middleweight titles. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Dwight Thomas Ritchie (29 February 1992 9 November 2019) was an Australian professional boxer. It was the hardest day Ive ever had to face in my life and in my career, and I hope no-one ever goes through what I had to go through that day.. The half-brother of heavyweight champ Tyson Fury showed signs of cracking under the pressure leading up to his first high profile event. We had known each other since we were teenagers, when we were just starting out in the sport. Ritchie is being remembered as a family man who had a lot of love to give and he was loved dearly in return. Ritchie fought Tim Tsyzu three months ago in Sydney, losing his IBF Australasian title in a unanimous decision. Zerafa, who is preparing for a rematch with former world champion Jeff Horn, penned an emotional farewell to Ritchie on the website exclusiveinsight.com. RIP Cowboy.. cost) every 4 weeks unless cancelled as per full Terms and Conditions. My heart bleeds for his three children and his beautiful partner. Dwights passing is a further reminder why we cant take life for granted. The pathologist creates a written record of the autopsy findings, including the microscopic and laboratory tests. It's not right. Ritchie's promoter, Jake Ellis, confirmed the boxer's death in a Facebook post on Saturday. Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie is being remembering by his family and friends as a loving family man of unshakeable resolve. Looking for Dwight Ritchie online? Ritchie, only 27-years-old, leaves behind a wife and three children. I'd love to have the opportunity to tell these guys, because I've been there. The Australian boxing community is in shock as it mourns the sudden death of young talent Dwight Ritchie. No shots landed that were really different. Maxim Dadashev, Patrick Day and Boris Stanchov died as a result of blows they took in fights. Prices after the introductory pricing period may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. [8][9], Lost IBF Australasian junior middleweight title, Won vacant IBF Australasian junior middleweight title, Won vacant WBF Asia Pacific middleweight title, Originally UD win for Ritchie, later ruled NC due to Ritchie being underage, Originally SD win for Ritchie, later ruled NC due to Ritchie being underage, Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie dies in a training accident aged 27", "Dwight Ritchie's sparring partner tells of moment boxer died", "Tim Tszyu vs Dwight Ritchie results, full card, Tayla Harris vs Renee Gartner | FOX SPORTS", "Dwight Ritchie Dies: Freak Accident While Sparring with Zerafa", "Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie dies aged 27 after tragic sparring blow", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dwight_Ritchie&oldid=1136741029, This page was last edited on 31 January 2023, at 22:31. Magsayo insists the past is in the past, though. Mark Magsayo experienced the highest of highs and lowest of lows in consecutive fights last year. A valid active email address and Australian mobile phone number are required for account set up. The Daily Telegraph first reported the 27-year-old collapsed during a sparring session . It reads: There are simply no words to describe how I am feeling right now. On 9 November 2019, during a sparring session with Michael Zerafa in preparation for Zerafa's rematch against Jeff Horn the following month in Australia, Ritchie took a body shot, retreated to his own corner and collapsed. Dwight, you will always be remembered. Fighting Cowboy Dwight Ritchie farewelled in Shepparton after training accident, There is an emergency bushfire warning in place for Maintongoonin Victoria. Such is the roller coaster that his boxing. See www.theaustralian.com.au/subscriptiontermsfor full details. Tommy Furyis confident hell beatJake Paulin more dominant fashion if they rematch. Defying the odds and beating cancer as a young child, family members said strength was in his nature and that he never gave up. "We've got to get all these trainers together and let them know a spar is not to kill each other, a spar is to help them get prepared," Fenech told The SMH. [5], Ritchie, nicknamed "The Fighting Cowboy", boxed professionally as a junior middleweight and middleweight for ten years between 2009 and 2019, compiling a professional record of 192 (two knockouts) and 4 no contests. Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie dies age 27, after a reported training accident in Melbourne. Dwight Ritchie's promoter Jake Ellis confirmed the pugilist's death through a Facebook post on Sunday. "My heart bleeds for his three children and his beautiful partner. He could not be revived. From learning to box in a backyard gym, to becoming a state, national and world youth title holder, Ritchie had a promising career and bright future ahead of him. Michael Zerafa opens up on Dwight Ritchie's passing. Dwight Ritchie is 27 years old from Australia. "He truly left his mark and will be in our hearts forever.". An autopsy is an examination of the body of a deceased person, carried out by a qualified pathologist. Now when I think of it, although I was this big gladiator and thought I was big, strong and tough, wow. https://boxingjunkie.usatoday.com/2019/11/michael-zerafa-statement-on-the-death-of-aussie-dwight-ritchie, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Thanks for making the trip down to my fight brother love ya and safe trip home., Later, on April 29 he wrote The past 18 months have seen some huge changes in my life, from moving back home to new people in my team. They bring somebody from another gym specifically to be a punching bag. Watch Jeff Horn v Tim Tszyu on Wednesday, August 26 on Main Event. "Suddenly, a split second later, he just collapsed from the shot.". Published: November 10, 2019 10:07 AM IST By India.com . Paramedics were unable to revive Ritchie, who suffered a suspected heart attack. Nothing in life is guaranteed. Zerafa (27-3, 16 knockouts) is scheduled to face Jeff Horn in a rematch on December 18. Talking on the Main Event Boxing Podcast, Zerafa opened up on the day Ritchie, a friend hed known since he was 14 or 15-years-old, died right in front of him. Renewals occur unless cancelled in accordance with the full Terms and Conditions. Yesterday, was an absolute tragedy, and as tough as it is right now for myself, I can only imagine how difficult the past 24 hours has been for Dwights family. He described what happened this way: He rocked up, fit as ever, we were both in preparation for our fights. If you wish to change or create a new subscription, please call 1800 070 535 Monday to Friday 7.30am 6.00pm & 7.00am-11.30am AEST on both Saturdays & Sundays. The Australian Digital 12 Month Plan costs $364 (min. Dwight was a very quiet athlete and the day that he came to spar, I dont know, he was just a little different, a little quiet, Zerafa recounted. At least three fighters have died in the ring in the United States in 2019, the most recent being Patrick Day, who died in . Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. MELBOURNEAustralian boxing was in shock on Sunday after local fighter Dwight Richie died in a freak training accident at the age of 27.. Ritchie's promoter confirmed the boxer's death in a Facebook post. No cancellations during the first 12 months. Australian middleweight boxer Dwight Ritchie collapsed and died after taking a body shot while sparring with Michael Zerefa on Saturday. Hes looking forward, specifically at his fight against Brandon Figueroa for the WBCs interim belt Saturday at Toyota Arena in Ontario, California (Showtime). BIGGEST WINNER. It was just the second loss of Ritchie's career. No cancellations during the first 12 months. "He was in the sixth round of sparring, it was a very, very competitive spar, and he got hit with a body shot," Ritchie's manager Mike Altamura told Nine News. Despite attempts to save him, he could not be revived and died. This automatically renews to be billed as $60 (min. This is terrible cause during matches we could do something, but sparring would be out of control. Rest in Peace mate.". The second best result is Dwight Lloyd Ritchie age 60s in Diamond Bar, CA in the Diamond Bar neighborhood. cost) for the first 12 months, billed as $60 every 4 weeks. Fury (9-0) defeated Paul (6-1)by a split decision Sunday in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia and handed the YouTube star-turned-boxer his first loss. Dwight lived his life with purpose, and those in the boxing community that came to know him, will forever cherish the positive memories we had with him. Several boxing promoters have already pledged to help the loved ones of Dwight Ritchie, his girlfriend, and his three children, and an online prize pool has already reached more than five thousand dollars in donations. Shocker: Monster Inoue suffers eye socket fracture, Badou Jack stops Makabu for WBC cruiser title, Rigondeaux demolishes Martinez in 74 seconds, Williams Jr. injured, out of Broner fight, Foster defeats Vargas for WBC 130lb title. Delicate situation and tough test for Zerafa. For the latest information, searchABC Emergency, For the latestweather warnings in the Northern Territory, search onABC Emergency. Santillan's death came just two days after Russian fighter Maxim Dadashev suffered a fatal brain injury in a fight in Maryland. Dwight was one of the most humble people I have ever met. Look after them. Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. A boyfriend accused of murdering a baby has blamed the boy's mother for the horrific injuries that left the child with eyes so swollen he could not open them. Australian boxing was in shock on Sunday after local fighter Dwight Richie died in a training accident at the age of 27. Ritchies promoter Jake Ellis confirmed the tragic news on Facebook, writing: It is with great sadness and shock to announce that the fighting cowboy Dwight Ritchie sadly passed away today doing what he loved. Dwight Ritchie Wiki. See www.theaustralian.com.au/subscriptiontermsfor full details. Day was the third boxer to die from injuries sustained in the ring this year after Argentina's Hugo Santillan died in July following a bout in San Nicolas, near Buenos Aires. Not in conjunction with any other offer. RIP champ. Not in conjunction with any other offer. Just something happened.. Died after a sparring session? Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie has died at the age of 27 due to a freak 'body shot' accident sustained during a training session. Forget Horn, he is trying to avenge something after such a terrible showing last time (and making Zerafa come to Horns hometown). Home Delivery not available in all areas. Dwight Ritchie is 27 years old from Australia. (Getty) Ritchie grew up in Shepparton in Victoria, and twice overcame cancer before his second birthday. Ritchie's death has been described as a freak accident because the crucial blow came from a body shot, yet Fenech says trainers and fighters need to rethink the way they approach their training, despite the former world champion admitting to engaging in robust sparring sessions during his career. The 27-year-old Filipino outpointed Gary Russell Jr. to take Russells WBC 126-pound title in January, his first major belt. Ritchie fought Tim Tszyu son of former world champion boxer Kostya Tszyu in August for the IBF Australasian super welterweight title in Sydney. It was deadly to be back in the ring on Saturday night and put everything weve been working on over the last 6 months to use. What a sad news. Any Questions? In a shocking tragedy, an aboriginal Australian boxer died in a training accident at the age of 27. It seems like any fighter in a sparring match watching a guy die in the gym in front of them, that is probably worse than hearing that a guy you fought died in the hospital later. container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', While mourning Richie's death, Australian professional and Olympian Luke Jackson wrote on Twitter, "Today we lost one of our own." "It is with great sadness and shock [I have] to announce that the fighting cowboy Dwight Ritchie sadly passed away today doing what he loved," Ellis wrote. Thanks to @mjaltamura for doing what he does best and getting me the fight and Tai who played a massive part in all of it as well. "It is with great sadness and shock to announce that the fighting cowboy Dwight Ritchie sadly passed away today doing what . Ritchie's death during a sparring session against Michael Zerafa on the weekend has sparked calls for the sport of boxing to be banned once again, with a spate of deaths inside the ring this year. According to Foxsports, he collapsed after a session with Zerafa, who is preparing for his re-match with Jeff Horn after winning the Battle of Bendigo, in Melbourne on Saturday. Gallen reacts to boxing death 2 min read. The Daily Telegraph broke the news and said Ritchie took a body shot, walked back to his corner and collapsed. "It was clear from those early days he had a God-given talent," Ms Ritchie said. Australian boxer Dwight Ritchie dies in a training accident aged 27, There is an emergency bushfire warning in place for Maintongoonin Victoria. No cancellations during the first 12 months. "The boxing community has lost a truly great person, and I have lost a mate," Zerafa wrote. "He made his mark on so many people from an early age," Shonelle Ritchie said. The Boxing great is also working with promoter Dean Lonergan and D&L Events to develop a program to educate trainers about a safety-first approach following the launch of the National Boxing Series. Home Delivery not available in all areas. Ritchie, 27, had been sparring with Zerafa when he collapsed, and could . Prices after the first 12 months may be varied as per full Terms and Conditions. Ritchie reportedly took a punch to the body, went back to his corner, collapsed and could not be revived. placement: 'Right Rail Thumbnails', And for the past 10 years, Dwight and I had been supporting each other inside, and outside of the ring. Key points: Born in Shepparton, Victoria, Dwight Ritchie fought 21 times for 19 wins, two losses He last fought in August, losing to Tim Tszyu by unanimous decision for the IBF Australasian super welterweight title He was reportedly having a sparring session with boxer Michael Zerafa when he died Each payment, once made, is non-refundable, subject to law. "We had known each other since we were teenagers, when we were just starting out in the sport. Ritchies was the fourth boxing-related death this year. I should have taken more time but unfortunately I didnt, and Ive learnt from that.. He is an Australia Boxer who died in a freak training accident while sparring Michael Zerefa. 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