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Boxing News / Athlon Sports / July 28
Boxing World Mourns the Loss of Legend Dwight Muhammad Qawi: 5 Greatest Fights and Hall of Fame Legacy

Boxing World Mourns the Loss of Legend Dwight Muhammad Qawi: 5 Greatest Fights and Hall of Fame Legacy

The boxing world mourns the loss of boxing hall-of-famer Dwight Muhammad Qawi. Qawi passed away on Sunday, July 27, at the age of 72 after a five-year battle with dementia, according to his sister, Wanda King, who told Associated Press.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 28
Dwight Muhammad Qawi Dies At 72

Dwight Muhammad Qawi Dies At 72

Dwight Muhammad Qawi, one of boxing’s most relentless and respected warriors, has passed away at the age of 72 after a five year battle with dementia. Qawi’s story was one of remarkable redemption and triumph.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 28
Dwight Muhammad Qawi Dies At 72 After Dementia Battle

Dwight Muhammad Qawi Dies At 72 After Dementia Battle

Dwight Muhammad Qawi, the two-weight world champion, has died after battling dementia for five years at the age of 72.  His sister, Wanda King, confirmed the news, which has shook the boxing fanbase.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / July 28
Former world champion boxer Dwight Muhammad Qawi dies at 72

Former world champion boxer Dwight Muhammad Qawi dies at 72

Former two-division world champion Dwight Muhammad Qawi, a member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame, has died at age 72. His sister, Wanda King, said Qawi died on Friday after a five-year battle with dementia.

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