Ginjiro Shigeoka has been discharged from hospital after 303 days following a life-threatening brain injury sustained in his rematch with Pedro Taduran.
The former IBF champion suffered an acute subdural hematoma during the fight in Osaka and underwent emergency surgery, including a craniotomy. He remained in critical condition for an extended period.
His brother, Yudai Shigeoka, confirmed that Ginjiro has now left hospital and begun the next stage of rehabilitation.
“My younger brother… has been discharged after 303 days,” Yudai said. “A new life begins from here.”
He also described the challenges ahead as the family adjusts to daily care. “The biggest challenge will probably be dinner… we need rice that’s soft enough to be eaten with the gums.”
Despite the progress, Yudai acknowledged the reality of the situation. “I’m being confronted with reality. But I’m still happy.”
Shigeoka’s case became one of the most serious medical incidents in recent boxing, prompting renewed discussion around fighter safety and regulations in Japan.
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