Tributes have flooded in across the boxing world after Genadij Krajevskij passed away aged 37.

Krajevskij fought and lost against Jake Paul’s former rival Tommy Fury in two rounds back in November 2020. The Lithuanian journeyman was a well-liked figure during his eight-year professional boxing career.

Reacting to the news of his passing, the British Boxing Board of Control’s Midlands Area Council wrote: “We would like to pass our condolences and thoughts to Genadij Krakevskij’s family and friends at this time. The Baltic Bomber graced the away corner in the midlands area on numerous occasions. He was always a delight to be around in and out of the ring.”

VIPBoxing Promotions said they received the news of Krakevskij’s death with “deep sorrow”. They added: “We had the honour of featuring him in the VIP Shows on multiple occasions.”

Known as the ‘Baltic Bomber’, Krakevskij fought all across England in his 76-bout career. He most recently took on Levi Vaughan in Birmingham back in August. Writing on social media, one boxing fan wrote: “Terrible sad news. RIP Genadij Krakevskij a true warrior, and a lovely fella.” Stockbridge Amateur Boxing Club wrote: “RIP to a proper fighter.”

While he was not successful inside the ring, losing his 75 of his 76 fights, Krakevskij made a real impression in the sport. He was renowned for his personality outside of the ring.

Genadij Krajevskij was beaten by Tommy Fury in 2020

Genadij Krajevskij was beaten by Tommy Fury in 2020 ( 

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Boxing MC Phil Seymour described Krakevskij as a “great presence at fight shows up and down the country”.

His one victory came against Ryan Broten and promoter VIP Shows tweeted a clip of his reaction after getting the decision. They wrote: “We had the honour of featuring him in the VIP Shows on multiple occasions. Our videographer, Lee Hogan, was fortunate enough to capture his sole professional victory during his 68th fight on a Frank Duffin show.

“This moment was incredibly significant for him, as he conveyed the message ‘Never give up’ to the camera. Rest in peace, Baltic Bomber.”