South Africa boxer Mzwanele Kompolo dies after first round knockout (VIDEO)

Mzwanele Kompolo passed away after first round knockout of a bout on Tuesday September 15 in Frere, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

The South African fighter collapsed in the ring after being beaten by Siphenathi Qampi in the Eastern Cape and went into a coma.

The country's sports ministry said on Wednesday that Kompolo died in the hospital in the town of Frere in the Eastern Cape province and expressed sadness.

''It is indeed sad to hear of this news involving the passing of this young upcoming athlete.''

According to BBC, another boxer, Australian David Browne, died on Tuesday after being knocked unconscious in a fight.

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