Savage Life Promotions has admitted, on a GoFundMe page, that it failed to pay professional boxers who fought on their show. The show took place on April 25th in Rochester, New York, and the failure to pay the fighters will likely have criminal consequences. Here is the shocking admission from the disgraced promotional company, run by Derick Gramling: "On our recent boxing event, we faced unexpected financial hardships that left our promotion short on funds. As a result, several professional fighters have not yet received the full compensation that was agreed upon in their contracts. These athletes trained tirelessly, sacrificed time away from their families, and stepped into the ring professionally and honorably. At Savage Life Promotions, we believe fighters deserve to be paid every dollar they earned. We take full responsibility for this situation and are committed to making it right immediately.

 

"We are asking the community for help so we can fulfill all contractual obligations and ensure every fighter receives the payment they were promised. Any contribution — large or small — will go directly toward paying the professional boxers involved in the event. This is more than boxing. This is about integrity, accountability, and standing behind the people who helped make the event possible. We appreciate everyone who has supported Savage Life Promotions throughout the years. Your donations, shares, and prayers mean more than words can express. Thank you for helping us do the right thing."