The former boxer passed away after suffering from a neurological condition and his death was confirmed by the athlete’s wife
The renowned former boxer passed away this Thursday, at the age of 66. José Adilson Rodrigues dos Santospopularly known as Maguila. The athlete was facing Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a neurological condition that presents symptoms similar to Alzheimer’s, resulting from repeated impacts to the head — a condition frequently observed among former boxers.
The news of his death was confirmed by Irani Pinheirothe boxer’s wife, in an interview with the program Balanço Geral, on Record. Maguila He lived for several years in a clinic located in Itu, in the interior of São Paulo, where he received treatment for “dementia pugilística”, a progressive neurodegenerative disease with no cure directly associated with the blows suffered during his extensive sporting career.
During his career in professional boxing, which spanned from 1983 to 2000, Maguila participated in 85 official combats, according to Quem.
Winning history
He accumulated an impressive record of 77 victories, of which 61 were by knockout, as well as seven defeats and a technical draw. Among his most memorable fights, stand out the confrontations with illustrious figures in world boxing such as Evander Holyfield and George Foreman.
Born in Aracaju on July 11, 1958, Maguila left a remarkable legacy in the world of boxing. In his career as a heavyweight, he was victorious in 77 of his 85 fights, being a reference for many admirers of the sport.
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