Boxer Shadasia Green hospitalized after knockout loss in New York

The New Jersey boxer suffered a brutal defeat and was taken to the hospital, but is reported to be 'awake and talkative'.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:51pm

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Shadasia Green, a New Jersey boxer, was hospitalized on Saturday after suffering a ninth-round knockout loss to Lani Daniels at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Green was the co-main event for a Most Valuable Promotions card featuring Alycia Baumgardner. Although Green was initially standing after her loss, she was placed on a stretcher and taken to the hospital, where she was reported to be 'awake and talkative'.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the inherent risks and dangers associated with professional boxing, where athletes can sustain serious injuries during high-intensity bouts. The well-being and safety of the fighters is a critical concern for the sport, and this situation raises questions about the medical protocols and support systems in place to protect boxers.

The details

During the ninth round of her fight against Lani Daniels, Green took a series of right-hand punches to the face, prompting the referee to stop the fight and award Daniels the IBF and WBO super middleweight titles. Green was initially standing after the loss, but was later placed on a stretcher and taken to a nearby hospital.

  • The fight took place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

The players

Shadasia Green

A New Jersey boxer who was the co-main event for the Most Valuable Promotions card and the defending IBF and WBO super middleweight champion.

Lani Daniels

The boxer who defeated Shadasia Green in the ninth round, winning the IBF and WBO super middleweight titles.

Alycia Baumgardner

One of the faces of women's boxing, who retained her WBA, WBO, and IBF titles via unanimous decision over Bo Mi Re Shin on the same card.

Mike Leanardi

The director of boxing for Most Valuable Promotions, the promotion company behind the event.

Nakisa Bidarian

The co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, who went to the hospital to check on Shadasia Green.

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What they’re saying

“Shadasia is awake and talkative.”

— Mike Leanardi, Director of Boxing, Most Valuable Promotions

“It was a scary moment for all of us, but she's looking much better.”

— Nakisa Bidarian, Co-founder, Most Valuable Promotions

What’s next

Shadasia Green's condition will continue to be monitored by medical professionals, and updates on her recovery will be provided as they become available.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the inherent risks in professional boxing and the importance of prioritizing the health and safety of the athletes. It also highlights the need for robust medical protocols and support systems to ensure the well-being of fighters during and after bouts.