Boxing champions opened a new ring on the Ivybridge Estate in memory of Sahil Roy, who was stabbed to death on the estate in Isleworth.

The Ivybridge Boxing Gym was opened by former European, British and Commonwealth super-middleweight champion and Isleworth resident, George Groves, two-time former world heavyweight champion Tim Witherspoon and Welsh boxer Barry Jones.

Around 200 residents including Mayor of Hounslow, Ajmer Grewal, and Nasira Roy, mum of the 28-year-old who died in her arms after he was killed on the estate in Summerwood Road on April 10 this year, joined in the ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the venue.

The boxing ring has been launched in response to pleas from residents for more activities to keep young people off the streets and away from crime , made at a community meeting held on the estate shortly after Sahil's death.

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The disused boiler house has been transformed into a place where people can learn all about boxing under qualified boxing coaches.

Councillor Sue Sampson, ward member for Isleworth and cabinet member for community protection, at Hounslow council , said: “Earlier this year the residents of Ivybridge Estate lost one of their own.

"Sahil Roy’s sudden and tragic passing brought a grieving community together to reflect on what could be done to avoid another young person being hurt, or worse.

“The boxing gym has come about following a public meeting where it was made clear that residents wanted more for children and young people to do on the estate.

"We have listened to their concerns and have worked hard to get this wonderful facility up and running."

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Flowers, candles and messages at a shrine to Sahil Roy

The project was delivered with help from John Holland from Westside Boxing Gym in Hounslow in partnership with councillor Sampson, on behalf of Hounslow Housing and the council.

The disused building was refurbished at no cost by Houseline Building Services.

The gym provides non-contact boxing classes for one hour for children aged six to 16 at 5.30pm, adults mixed session at 6.30pm and a women's only class at 8.30pm, every Tuesday and Friday.

Prices are £3 for children and £5 for adults.

Ivybridge Boxing Gym is located at The Boiler House, Ivybridge Estate, 238 Summerwood Road Isleworth, Middlesex TW7.

For more information call 07939 157375 or email Westside.gym@hotmail.co.uk or visit Ivybridge Boxing Gym .

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