Maxim Dadashev facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Maxim Dadashev
Born	(1990-09-30)September 30, 1990 Leningrad, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Died	July 23, 2019(2019-07-23) (aged 28) Cheverly, Maryland, U.S.
Alma mater	Baltic State Technical University
Maxim Dadashev Statistics Nickname(s) Mad Max Rated at Light-welterweight Height 5 ft 9 in Reach 70 in Boxing record Total fights 14 Wins 13 Wins by KO 11 Losses 1 Medal record Men's amateur boxing Representing  Russia Youth World Championships Silver 2008 Guadalajara Featherweight

Maxim Dadashev was a talented Russian boxer. He was born in Leningrad, which was then part of the Soviet Union, on September 30, 1990. Maxim competed in the light-welterweight division, which is for boxers weighing around 63.5 kilograms. He was known for his skills in the ring and was a Russian amateur champion. Maxim sadly passed away on July 23, 2019.

Maxim's Early Boxing Days

Maxim Dadashev started his boxing journey as an amateur. He showed great promise early on.

• In 2008, he won a silver medal at the Youth World Championships in Mexico. He competed in the 57 kg weight class.
• Maxim also studied at Baltic State Technical University. He earned a degree in sports management.
• He continued to achieve success in amateur boxing. He won bronze medals at the Russian National Championships in 2010 and 2012.
• In 2013, he earned a silver medal at the Russian National Championships. This was in the 64 kg weight class.

Becoming a Professional Boxer

Maxim Dadashev turned professional in 2016. He was trained by a former world champion, Buddy McGirt.

• Maxim won his first 13 professional fights. This was a great start to his career.
• Eleven of his wins were by knockout or technical knockout. This shows his powerful punches.
• His first professional fight was in April 2016. He won with a knockout in the very first round.
• In June 2018, Maxim won the WBC-NABF light-welterweight title. He beat Darleys Pérez to win this title.
• He successfully defended his title in October 2018. He won against former WBC lightweight champion Antonio DeMarco.

A Tragic Fight

On July 19, 2019, Maxim Dadashev had a very important fight. He fought against Subriel Matías in Maryland, USA.

• This fight was an elimination bout. The winner would get a chance to fight for the IBF light-welterweight title.
• During the fight, Maxim's trainer, Buddy McGirt, became worried. He saw that Maxim was taking many hits.
• At the end of the eleventh round, his trainer decided to stop the fight. He believed it was too dangerous for Maxim to continue.
• Maxim did not want the fight to stop. But his trainer made the difficult choice for his safety.
• After the fight, Maxim needed help leaving the ring. He collapsed and felt very unwell.
• He was quickly taken to the hospital. Doctors found that he had a serious injury to his brain.
• Despite emergency surgery, Maxim's condition worsened. He passed away in the hospital on July 23, 2019.
• Maxim is survived by his wife, Elizaveta, and their young son.

After the Tragedy

After Maxim's death, many people offered support.

• The Boxing Federation of Russia started an investigation. They wanted to understand what happened.
• They also promised to help Maxim's family financially.
• The Maryland State Athletic Commission also began its own investigation.
• Maxim's body was sent back to his hometown in Saint Petersburg, Russia. His funeral services and burial took place there.
• His promoter, Bob Arum, paid for the funeral costs.
• A special online fundraiser was set up. This helped raise money for Maxim's wife and son.
• The farewell ceremony for Maxim was held in Petergof on August 4.

See also

• List of deaths due to injuries sustained in boxing
• Traumatic brain injury