Boxer John Cooney has died from injuries sustained in a bout in Belfast, a promotor has said.
The 28-year-old, from Galway, fought in the Ulster Hall on Saturday, February 1, but suffered a brain haemorrhage and had undergone surgery. He was being treated at the Royal Victoria Hospital.
He had been defending his Celtic super-featherweight title against Nathan Howells.
In a statement, MHD Promotions said: “It is with complete devastation that we have to announce that after a week of battling for his life John Cooney has sadly passed away.
“Mr and Mrs Cooney and his fiancée Emmaleen would like to thank the staff at Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital who have worked tirelessly to save John’s life and for everyone who has sent messages of support and prayers.
“He was a much-loved son, brother and partner and It will take us all a lifetime to forget how special he was.”