A promising young boxer, Josué David Hernandez, was killed with a machete while defending his four sisters during an attack on their home in Mexico City, Mexico. The 20-year-old athlete was preparing for his professional debut in early 2026 after a successful amateur career. The young boxer was in his family's home when a man broke in. He attacked one of his sisters, Hernandez intervened to protect her and was fatally injured. Rescuers arrived at the home, but unfortunately, Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene, and the attacker managed to escape.
Hernandez was considered a rising talent in Mexican boxing. He started engaging in this sport at 15, participated in regional championships, and won numerous titles. Success in the amateur ring and sparring with elite professionals prompted Hernandez to turn professional just five years after he first put on gloves.
Hernandez's coach, former world title contender Titan Rodriguez, who is also part of David Picasso's training team ahead of his bout with Naoya Inoue on December 27, posted news of this tragedy on social media.
“Today I woke up with devastating and heartbreaking news that you are no more. My friend, my brother, my running partner. So many dreams left unfulfilled. So many conversations and our belief in each other in achieving everything. Part of my heart went with you,” wrote Rodriguez.
“Only God knows why all this happens, your passing has deeply hurt me, and I will work incredibly hard to achieve all the goals we set together. I loved you very much, Josué David Hernandez, may God accept you into His holy kingdom. You will shine in the heavens, my king,” added the coach.
