The death of Kevin Ferguson last year at the tragic age of just 42 sent shock waves through the combat sports community, and in memory of his 43rd birthday yesterday, we pay homage by remembering one of his most defining moments during his distinguished career.
Aka, and more recognised as, Kimbo Slice passed away from a heart failure just four months after his fight with fellow street fighter Dada 5000. The grudge match was ultimately marred with controversy.
Not only was the fight deemed unfit, but Slice also tested positive for nandrolone and elevated levels of testosterone while Dada reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest.
Despite the unsatisfactory fight and unflattering headlines circulating the contest, his impact on the fight game is undeniable. The larger than life figure was universally adored and revered among the fight fraternity from the fans to fighters.
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The bearded slugger parlayed his internet popularity into a professional career in both boxing and MMA as well as worldwide fame, including the most viewed MMA fight in the sports history.
A whopping 7.3 million viewers tuned in to see him beat seven shades of shit out of British striker James Thompson back in 2008. The pair were involved in a wild slug-fest with Slice eventually getting the highly-debatable victory.
(Kimbo and Thompson engage in a grueling fight during their Elite XC main-event)
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The American compiled a 5-2-1 MMA record and a 7-0 pro boxing record. Though his professional fighting career rose to prominence after his back yard street fights which made him a YouTube sensation.
In honour of the iconic fighter we pay tribute by reliving his original street fight from 2005 that made him an internet extraordinaire:
Legends never die!
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