In a surprising incident, two athletes were sent to the hospital and underwent emergency cranial surgery as announced by the Japanese Boxing Commission. Specific details are yet to be unveiled, including the condition of the athletes and how the injuries occurred.

Safety of athletes is paramount in Japan and having two of its sportspeople undergo severe medical treatment raises questions and concerns about the current safety protocols. While the JBC is responsible for ensuring safe conduct of events, it may face scrutiny from the public and the government over this incident.

In the US or EU, safety measures for sports, especially contact sports like boxing, are stringent. Any incidents involving athlete safety are taken seriously with investigations, possible sanctions, and increased safety measures. If similar events were to happen, these regions would respond with immediate medical treatment, followed by comprehensive reviews of the incidents and steps to prevent their recurrence.