Boxer who was in critical condition after fight is dead, family says

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A video on YouTube (skip to 5:20 mark for the end of the fight — WARNING: May be disturbing to some viewers) that purports to be of the fight shows Hague lying still on his back on the canvas after taking a punch to his head from Braidwood.

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The statement from the family says they are asking for privacy.

“It is with incredible sadness, sorrow and heartbreak to report that Tim has passed away today. He was surrounded by family, listening to his favourite songs. We will miss him with so greatly,” the statement reads.

The Edmonton Combative Sports Commission, which regulates professional combative sports events in the city, has not responded to emails or calls this weekend.

Melanie Lubovac of KO Boxing wouldn’t comment on the event when reached late Saturday when Hague’s family said he was in critical condition, but Lubovac said a statement would likely be issued Sunday or Monday.

A heavyweight trained in jiu-jitsu, Hague put his teaching career on hold to make his pro MMA debut in 2006. 

Hague compiled a 21-13 MMA record before switching to boxing after his final pro MMA fight in July 2016.

The Canadian Press

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