The Nigerian wrestling community has been thrown into mourning following the death of Philip Tiger, a professional wrestler from Nsukka, Enugu State, who lost his battle with cancer at the National Hospital, Abuja. According to a family source, Tiger died in the early hours of October 24, 2026, after suffering from a malignant tumour in his nose. His health reportedly deteriorated after the disease spread and severely affected his face. He was scheduled to undergo surgery, but the condition had progressed significantly.
Tiger competed in several wrestling events during his career, including shows at Rogeny Hotel in Oba in 2018, Neni in 2019 and 2025, and Onu Ndi Aguata wrestling events in Aguluezechukwu in 2024 and 2025. Records provided show that he secured one victory in the listed contests. His death has left family members, friends, fellow wrestlers, bouncers, and other members of the wrestling community grieving. The family is yet to announce details of his burial and funeral arrangements.
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