Shadasia Green was rushed to medical care after suffering a cerebral bleed during her bout with Lani Daniels in New York City. The fight, which pitted Green against the former heavyweight champion Daniels for the unified IBF and WBO super‑middleweight titles, took place on the undercard of the highly publicised clash between Alycia Baumgardner and Bo Mi Re Shin at the Madison Square Garden Theater. From the opening bell, both athletes displayed the aggressive style that fans had come to expect. Daniels, known for her relentless pressure and powerful combinations, began the ninth round with a flurry of punches that left Green visibly dazed.
The on‑scene referee, recognizing the danger, halted the contest and ordered Green to be removed from the ring. Emergency personnel lifted her onto a stretcher and escorted her to a nearby hospital for immediate evaluation.
In a brief but heartfelt social‑media update, Green disclosed the seriousness of her condition: "I passed out due to bleeding out of my brain. However I am in ICU on the road to healing. I'll be back to get what's mine 100 per cent covered." Her message resonated with supporters worldwide, many of whom expressed relief that she was receiving intensive care and wished her a swift recovery. Green's recent career trajectory had been on a steep upward climb.
She captured a unified world championship last year by delivering a stunning upset over Britain's Savannah Marshall, a victory that catapulted her into the elite echelons of the sport. That triumph also positioned her as a potential future opponent for American boxing star Claressa Shields, a multi‑division undisputed champion whose name carries considerable weight in promotional circles. Following the incident, Green extended gratitude to those who had shown concern during her ordeal.
"With everything in me I want to thank those who had great concern and even the people who figured out during the fight something was wrong," she wrote. She also praised her promotional team, specifically Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) and her manager Nakisa Bidarian, for their unwavering presence at the hospital: "I appreciate MVP and Nakisa being right by my side in the hospital." MVP released a statement confirming their active involvement with Green and her family. "MVP is working closely with Shadasia and her family.
Collectively we want to thank the New York State Athletic Commission, Madison Square Garden and the attending hospital for their leadership and care," the organization said, highlighting the collaborative effort between the sanctioning bodies, venue operators, and medical staff. The incident has sparked broader discussions within the boxing community about fighter safety, especially in high‑stakes title bouts where the pressure to perform can lead to dangerous situations. Medical protocols at major venues like Madison Square Garden have been praised for their rapid response, yet experts continue to call for stricter pre‑fight health screenings and post‑fight monitoring to mitigate the risk of severe injuries such as intracranial hemorrhage.
While Green's immediate focus remains on recovery, her long‑term aspirations have not wavered. She has repeatedly affirmed her determination to return to the ring and reclaim her position at the pinnacle of the sport. "I'll be back to get what's mine," she asserted, underscoring a resolve that many fans and fellow athletes find inspiring.
In the weeks ahead, Green will undergo a series of neurological evaluations, imaging studies, and rehabilitation sessions designed to assess the extent of the bleed and chart a safe path back to competition. Physicians will monitor intracranial pressure, cognitive function, and physical endurance, ensuring that any return to training is both gradual and medically cleared. The boxing world will be watching closely as Green navigates this challenging recovery period.
Her journey underscores the resilience required of elite athletes and serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with combat sports. Should she successfully overcome this setback, her comeback story could become one of the most compelling narratives in recent boxing history, reinforcing her status as a formidable champion and a symbol of perseverance.
As of now, Green remains in intensive care, surrounded by family, friends, and her dedicated promotional team. The collective hope is that she will emerge from this health crisis stronger, ready to resume her quest for further titles and perhaps one day face the formidable Claressa Shields in a bout that would capture the imagination of fans worldwide.