From the first body punch from Burns it was clear to see something was seriously wrong with Cook, instead of that everlasting smile you would associate with the man from Dagenham there were grimaces of excruciating pain. Nicky Cook much to his credit continued and I was begging for the referee to stop the fight there and then as cook was trying to fight one handed protecting his injured back.
Unable to throw a punch himself cooks efforts were futile but should be applauded not booed. The towel was thrown in not a moment too soon and Cook was carefully ushered back to his corner by a doctor before a stretcher played taxi and Cook was immediately taken to hospital.
Early indications were a ruptured disc near the spinal column and it has been said Nicky will have x-rays today to find out the extent of the damage.
A tragic way to leave a fight and I’m sure I speak for every boxing fan when I say we wish Nicky Cook a speedy recovery and hope this will not be the last time we see him in a boxing ring although it is looking entirely possible.
Ricky Burns being the Scottish gentleman that he is showed great respect to Cook, applauding as he was taken away and sending his regards post fight.
This is a great shame for boxing as a whole, Nicky Cook was hoping to relight his career whilst Ricky Burns was trying to prove to the British public what a worthy champion he is.
The celebrations put on ice but I’m sure it won’t be long until Burns is Back in England to show us all just what a special talent he truly is.
Once again we’d like to send our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Nick Cook and to all his family.
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