Some very tragic news has unfolded this weekend in the world of boxing coming out of the UK.

The news came last night as it was reported by the Liverpool Echo that a local boxer from Liverpool died in a motorcycle accident.

It is understood that the emergency services were called out following a collision between a car and a motorbike but unfortunately the young boxer could not be saved where the accident occurred.

Authorities named the deceased as Bradley Taylor who was on his way to a boxing event in Liverpool at the time of accident where he was due to fight.

It is understood that Mr Taylor was a light heavyweight fighter.

Everyone at Boxing News and Views wishes to pass on their condolences to the family and friends of Bradley.

Rest in peace.