mixed martial arts (MMA) fans in Indiana were left stunned when 21-year-old fighter Isaiah Abels suddenly suffered a cardiac arrest during his fight.
Abels was fighting Saevon Canto in Evansville when he unexpectedly collapsed in the ring.
The young athlete went into a sudden cardiac arrest shortly after landing a second-round takedown.
After initial confusion, doctors rushed into the cage to give Abels immediate medical attention.
They were able to restart Abels’ heart in the ring before rushing the fighter to the hospital.
An hour later he was stabilized in the hospital but has reportedly remained in the intensive care unit (ICU), according to MyMMANews.
Family and friends have revealed that Abels has suffered brain damage as a result of the cardiac arrest.
Abels’ brother Zach posted on Facebook about the incident, saying: “Last night Isaiah Abels engaged in battle.
“It went two rounds. First round went to him with beautiful striking.
“The fight transitioned into the second round.
