Brit boxer Luis Palmer placed in induced coma following a "very heavy punch" during his last fight

Luis Palmer hospitalised with a bleed on the brain following fight with Grant Quigley

Luis Palmer (0-2-2), 28 of Sheffield, was hit with what has been called a "very heavy punch" during his last fight against Grant Quigley (7-0, 4KOs).

The bout between them took place at the Raddison Blu hotel in Glasgow city centre on Thursday, April 28, as part of an evening of entertainment hosted by St Andrew's Sporting Club in honour of retired Scot, Kash Farooq. The 26-year-old of Scotstoun, Glasgow was forced to hang up his gloves on medical advice earlier this year, and the Thursday evening event was a testimonial for him.

Robert Smith, the general secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control, told the Sheffield Star: “I was there. It was an evenly matched contest, he took a very heavy punch at the end of the (fifth) round.

"He was treated in the ring and taken to hospital. He’s suffering from a bleed.

"They haven’t operated, other than releasing the pressure in the brain.

"He’s in an induced coma, as is normal procedure, I have spoken to the doctors this morning (Tuesday, April 3) and that’s where we are.”

Palmer, a 28-year-old dad-of-two, made his debut as a pro boxer against Mali Wright at the Royal Armouries, Leeds in February this year. Known in boxing circles as 'Black Steel', he has only fought against unbeaten opponents.

A student a Leeds Beckett University, Luis is a Manchester United FC fan and devoted dad to two young boys, who often spent time raising money for charitable causes, such as the Mental Health Foundation.

GBN would like to wish Luis and his family all the very best during this difficult time.

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