NEW DELHI: Mexican boxing champion Israel Vazquez has passed away at age 46, as confirmed by World Boxing Council president Mauricio Sulaiman on Tuesday. Vazquez had previously disclosed his battle with sarcoma cancer on November 10.
"Israel is finally resting in peace. May God provide his family with strength we extend all the support to his wife Laura, his kids, family and friends during this difficult time. Thanks champion for leaving a special footprint. You will always be 'El Magnifico'," Sulaiman shared on X.