There is positive news out of California, where teenage boxer Isis Sio is fighting for her life after a first-round knockout loss over the weekend resulted in a brain injury and medically induced coma. Here is a statement issued by Sio's family and team:

"Isis is a passionate, disciplined, and well-prepared athlete who carefully evaluates each opportunity placed before her. Her decision to compete on Saturday, March 21st against Jocelyn Camarillo was not made lightly, but rather thoughtfully reviewed and analyzed prior to acceptance. In reference to [criticism about how she could be allwed to take this fight after] her previous bout on January 30th [a KO loss] against Perla Bazaldua, the result was not due to a head-strike knockout. Instead, it was caused by a liver shot. As is well understood in boxing, a direct blow to the liver can trigger an involuntary physiological response (vasovagal syncope). Because the liver is highly vascularized and rich in nerve supply, such an impact can stimulate the vagus nerve — leading to a sudden drop in blood pressure and heartrate. This may result in temporary paralysis, dizziness, and difficulty breathing.

MARCH 22, 2026: ProBox CEO Garry Jonas and the entire ProBox family are praying for a speedy recovery for Isis Sio. Following a first-round knockout loss to Jocelyn Camarillo on Saturday, Sio was placed in a medically induced coma. Just nineteen years old, Sio entered the junior flyweight bout with a 1-2 record. Boxingtalk joins ProBox in this statement: "Our thoughts are with her and her family at this very difficult time.  Please join us in wishing for a full recovery."