Polish Boxer Michał Soczyński Awakens From Coma Following Brutal Knockout
Chełm, Poland – November 22, 2025 – Polish cruiserweight Michał Soczyński has regained consciousness after spending several days in a medically induced coma following his fight against Magomed Muslimov on November 21st.The news offers a glimmer of hope after a harrowing 24 hours for the boxing community.
Soczyński, 35, suffered a devastating knockout in the tenth round of the bout held in Chełm. He was immediately attended to in the ring before being transported to a local hospital, where he was placed in a coma to allow his brain to recover. The fight, broadcast live on TVP Sport, ended with Muslimov delivering a powerful right hand that left Soczyński unresponsive. The incident has sparked renewed debate regarding safety protocols within the sport.
Prior to the fight, Mateusz Bereźnicki (4-0) secured a unanimous decision victory over Dmitrii Cosciug (1-1) in an opening bout. Bereźnicki, a former European amateur standout and Olympic participant, won with scores of 39-36 and 2× 40-35, though his performance wasn’t entirely convincing as he showed signs of fatigue.
The entire event,including the preceding fights,remains available for free viewing on TVP Sport. The focus now shifts to Soczyński’s continued recovery and the ongoing discussion surrounding boxer safety.
