Sio had served a 45-day suspension following her January 30 bout and was medically cleared before accepting the fight with Jocelyn Camarillo. That clearance meets current commission requirements, but back-to-back stoppages inside eight weeks will bring review of how suspensions are applied and whether additional medical checks should be required for young fighters.
Her team addressed the circumstances in detail, stating: “Isis is a passionate, disciplined, and well-prepared athlete who carefully evaluates each opportunity placed before her.” They added that “her decision to compete on Saturday, March 21, against Jocelyn Camarillo was not made lightly, but rather thoughtfully reviewed and analyzed prior to acceptance.”
They also pushed back on how the previous loss has been interpreted: “In reference to her previous bout on January 30 against Perla Bazaldua, the result was not due to a head-strike knockout. Instead, it was caused by a liver shot.” The statement continued with a medical explanation: “As is well understood in boxing, a direct blow to the liver can trigger an involuntary physiological response (vasovagal syncope)… This may result in temporary paralysis, dizziness, and difficulty breathing.”
A liver shot can shut a fighter down without head trauma, but it still results in a stoppage and time out of the ring. Quick returns after any stoppage carry risk.
The family confirmed her current condition: “At this time, Isis remains in ICU, but she is off the ventilator and we are hopeful for her progression.” They added: “We are awaiting further updates from her medical team… She is currently under the care of three specialized medical divisions who are closely monitoring her condition.”
The priority is her recovery. The next step will be whether regulators tighten suspension terms and medical clearance after consecutive stoppages involving young fighters.
We are wishing her and her family strength during this difficult time.
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