NFL’s Dark Past Tied to 2 Japanese Boxers’ Deaths as Veterans Uncover Tragic Truth As two Japanese boxers lose their lives, boxing veterans highlight PED use in the NFL, which may prevent further trag

Over the years, boxing has seen several high-profile fighters test positive for performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). Yet, despite these incidents, none of the top names have faced lasting consequences. While fighters often receive suspensions—typically lasting about a year—they are generally allowed to return to the sport as if nothing happened.

This recurring cycle — short bans followed by returns to headline status — has become a central gripe among analysts who say regulatory gaps and commercial incentives blunt deterrence.

In the wake of the tragic deaths of Japanese boxers Shigetoshi Kotari and Hiromasa Urakawa , two former world champions and current ProBox TV panelists have pointed to PED use as a significant risk factor that can contribute to fatal outcomes in the sport. D