TRIBUTES are pouring in after the death of boxer Genadij Krajevskij aged just 37.
The Lithuanian journeyman, who lost to Tommy Fury, 2021 was popular amongst British fans.
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Messages flooded in praising the way he conducted himself in the ring during a lengthy career.
he British Boxing Board of Control’s Midlands Area Council posted: “We would like to pass our condolences and thoughts to Genadij Krakevskij’s family and friends at this time.
“The Baltic Bomber graced the away corner in the midlands area on numerous occasions.
“He was always a delight to be around in and out of the ring.”
VIPBoxing Promotions said they received the news of Krakevskij’s death with “deep sorrow”.
They added: “We had the honour of featuring him in the VIP Shows on multiple occasions.”
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