Boxer Paul Bamba, who won the WBA Gold Cruiserweight title a week ago, has died at 35. His death was announced by his family and his manager, singer/songwriter Ne-Yo, in a joint statement issued Friday. No cause of death was released, nor was the date of his passing.

Puerto Rican boxer Paul Bamba, who won the WBA Gold Cruiserweight world title when he defeated Mexico’s Rogelio Medina on Dec. 21, has died at age 35. Bamba’s manager, Ne-Yo, announced the news in a joint statement with the boxer’s family on Instagram.

R&B singer Ne-Yo announced the passing of professional boxer Paul Bamba, who signed with his management company this year. He was just 35.

Puerto Rican boxer Paul Bamba, 35, passed away on Friday evening less than a week after breaking Mike Tyson's 38-year-old record.

R&B singer Ne-Yo announced Friday that a popular professional boxer under his management has died at age 35. In a joint statement posted by the Grammy-winner and the boxer’s family, Ne-Yo, real name Shaffer Chimere Smith,

On December 21, 2024, boxer Paul Bamba stepped into the ring to fight Rogelio Medina for the WBA Gold cruiserweight. During his time in the spotlight, Bamba offered an impressive record that came with 19 wins and 18 knockouts.

Paul Bamba, a Puerto Rican boxer and recent WBA gold cruiserweight title winner, passed away at 35. His manager, Ne-Yo, announced the news, expressing profound sorrow. Bamba had a stellar year, winning all 14 matches by knockout.