SA Boxer taken to hospital after punching thin air during a fight

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By Samantha Allen

Published: June 6, 2022 | 11:18 AM GMT

A unusual thing occurred during a televised battle over the weekend, leaving the boxing community astonished.

Simiso Buthelezi, a lightweight boxer, is seeking medical treatment after punching thin air in the final round of his most recent fight, seconds before winning.

Buthelezi was regarded to be comfortably beating Siphesihle Mntungwa late in the 10th and final round of his WBF African lightweight title battle against Siphesihle Mntungwa until his opponent slipped under the ropes in a surprise turn of events.

Mntungwa regained his balance and was ready to restart the fight when Buthelezi looked to lose his bearings.

The fighter’s first instinct was to charge forward as if the referee were his target, then move into the corner and hurl fists like he was shadow boxing.

The referee immediately recognized that something was wrong and stopped the fight.

Very scary in South Africa please for Simiso Buthelezi (4-1). At 2:43 of the 10th & final round, Siphesihle Mntungwa (7-1-2) falls through the ropes but then Buthelezi appears to lose his understanding of the present situation. Mntungwa takes the WBF African lightweight title pic.twitter.com/YhfCI623LB

— Tim Boxeo (@TimBoxeo) June 5, 2022

According to sources on social media, Buthelezi is currently in stable condition.

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.