Pro Boxer Dead At 35 Just Days After Breaking Mike Tyson’s Record

A string of athletes in prime physical condition have died suddenly over the course of the past few years, sparking widespread speculation that something sinister is behind these and other deaths.

Unfortunately, there are few hard facts available to explain many of these untimely ends, including that of professional boxer Paul Bamba.

According to the Daily Wire:

Boxer Paul Bamba has died just days after winning the WBA Cruiserweight title, his manager announced Friday.

“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of beloved son, brother, friend and boxing champion Paul Bamba, whose light and loved touched countless lives,” his manager NE-YO, the “Miss Independent” singer said in a statement on Instagram.

“He was a fierce yet confident competitor with an unrelenting ambition to achieve greatness,” the statement continued. “But more than anything, he was a tremendous individual that inspired many with his exceptional drive and determination.”

Social media condolences poured in from fellow pugilists and fans alike:

RIP Paul Bamba https://t.co/ovu7egrGHn

— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) December 28, 2024

Incredibly saddened to hear the passing of Paul Bamba, who had just captured the WBA Gold World Title last week 🕊️

Paul went 14-0 in 2024, breaking Mike Tyson’s record for Most Fights in a Year

My heart goes out to his family – he will be missed and was loved by so many ❤️ pic.twitter.com/IXh4ShRG6z

— Ben Davis (@BenTheBaneDavis) December 27, 2024

Paul bamba final fight 1 week before his death. RIP BAMBA 🕊
He was on a huge come up late in his career at age 35.
He fought 14 times this year in 2024, winning every single one 14/14 wins. His last fight was just one week ago 💔 pic.twitter.com/QYyTBao6zg

— le toro (@elToroDelRio) December 27, 2024

As Fox News reported:

Bamba signed with Ne-Yo’s management company this year. He broke Mike Tyson’s record just six days prior to his death when he won the WBA Gold Cruiserweight championship to win 14 fights – all knockouts – in a single year.

“This year I set out with a goal. I did just that,” Bamba said in a post on Instagram after the fight.

“Wasn’t easy, there were many obstacles that I adapted to, overcame and kept on the path we set regardless of extenuating circumstances. 14 fights. 14 knockouts ending with the WBA GOLD cruiserweight world title,” he continued.

“Blessed to have my family, my team and all my supporters along the way. That being said if you got what some might call an ‘outlandish goal’ GO chase it. Anyone who thinks that isn’t as brave as you, prove people wrong!”

Here’s a clip of his trademark trash talk just a few days before his death: