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title: "Tony Bellew And Josh Taylor Lead Messages Of Support For Hospitalised Connor Coghill"
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published: "2023-10-17T06:24:52Z"
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# Tony Bellew And Josh Taylor Lead Messages Of Support For Hospitalised Connor Coghill

28-year-old featherweight Connor Coghill has been taken into hospital for observation following his loss to Hopey Price this month.

The Hull fighter, [who entered the ring undefeated](https://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/832883), was put down four times over the course of the final round TKO loss in Sheffield as part of the undercard to [Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington’s title fight.](https://wp.boxing-social.com/news/leigh-wood-stops-josh-warrington/)

Trainer Steffy Bull shared the news on social media yesterday, informing fans that, following headaches, his fighter has been found to have a bleed on the brain.

> “We are saddened to confirm Connor is currently in hospital under observation after a scan has discovered a bleed on his brain. Connor has had headaches since his boxing contest last week in Sheffield.
>
> Obviously it’s devastating news for Connor as boxing has been his life since a young age. He’s stable and resting and wanting people to respect his time during this difficult period.
>
> Everyone at Stefy Bull Promotions are praying for a full recovery and wish him good health.”

Well wishes from the boxing fraternity were not in short supply, with former undisputed super-lightweight champion, Josh Taylor, sending love to Coghill’s family.

> “Horrible to hear the news of young Conor Coghill after his fight on Saturday. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family at this time & wish him a full and speedy recovery.”

Former cruiserweight champion, Tony Bellew. said the news highlighted the brutality of the sport.

> Thinking of Connor Coghill tonight! Professional Boxing is a DANGEROUS business and should not be played with! When done properly it’s the greatest sport but the most brutal sport of all. Thinking of you champ I hope you have a speedy recovery.

Fans, fighters and pundits alike are indeed reminded of the dangerous nature of boxing, and all hope for positive news from Coghill’s team soon.