MMA fighter Kimbo Slice, legendary for his days in backyard fighting, has died aged 42. The American boxer was hospitalised in Florida on Monday and died a short time later, according to reports.Circumstances surrounding the death of the sports star, real name Kevin Ferguson, remain unclear.
Bellator president Scott Coker said in a statement: “We are all shocked and saddened by the devastating untimely loss of Kimbo Slice, a beloved member of the Bellator family. One of the most popular MMA fighters ever, Kimbo was a charismatic, larger-than-life personality that transcended the sport. Outside of the cage he was a friendly, gentle giant and a devoted family man. His loss leaves us all with extremely heavy hearts, and our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Ferguson family and all of Kimbo’s friends, fans and teammates.”