Scottish boxer Mike Towell has died in hospital despite “fighting to the end” after he was seriously injured in a bout. Members of the boxing community paid tribute to the sportsman, known as “Iron Mike Towell”. Greg Menzies, head coach at Dundee Boxing Club, said Towell would be sadly missed. We’re all gutted.” Speaking of Towell’s boxing style, he added: “He always gave 100%, he was always coming forward, there was no going back with him. He was a wee tough nut, he was just all heart.”The trainer Shane McGuigan said on Twitter: “Heartbreaking news that Mike Towell has lost his life.

Source: The Guardian October 01, 2016 00:22 UTC