Sad! Carvalho confirmed dead in Dublin
– Joao Carvalho has died barely 48 hours after a technical knockout
– The 28-year-old underwent a brain surgery after his fight against Charlie Ward
Popular Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Joao Carvalho has died following a rough third-round technical knockout loss in Dublin, Ireland.
The 28-year-old Portuguese welterweight was in action against Straight Blast Gym fighter Charlie Ward on Saturday April 9 at the National Boxing Stadium.
Portuguese MMA fighter Joao Carvalho (right) during his fight with Charlie Ward
He passed away about 48 hours later according to a statement released by his team, Nobrega Team today April 12.
The Nobrega Team explained that the medical staff of Total Extreme Fighting took all the necessary safety protocols after the fight, and immediately took Carvalho to the Beaumont Hospital a few minutes after the bout as his condition got worse.
Carvalho underwent brain surgery immediately and stayed in critical condition for 48 hours.
“Even though we had the permanent medical care from the promotion’s staff and the Irish hospital, to whom we thank for the support in this tough moment,” read the statement.
“Even though we know the risks of this sport, Joao Carvalho’s passing is, in my professional point of view, unfortunate, and makes us, his family and the entire Nobrega Team, which followed Joao Carvalho through his entire career, which gained notoriety nationwide and internationally, saddened and heartbroken.”
Ward’s coach on SBG, John Kavanagh reacted to the news on his Facebook page.
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Portuguese fighter Joao Carvalho. On Saturday, April 9, the fighter…
Posted by Coach John Kavanagh on Tuesday, April 12, 2016
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