Kimbo Slice Reportedly Hospitalized in Florida, in Serious Condition

 

MMA fighter Kimbo Slice was reportedly hospitalized Monday in Florida. Sources have told TMZ the 42-year-old’s "situation does not look good." Ariel Helwani of MMA Fighting has also confirmed the report regarding Slice.

Coral Springs police are now at Kimbo’s home where they are speaking with his family and according to Christopher Brennan of the New York Daily News, the authorities are declaring the situation as a "medical issue." 

Coral Springs police are now at Kimbo’s home where they are speaking with his family and according to Christopher Brennan of the New York Daily News, the authorities are declaring the situation as a "medical issue." 

Born as Kevin Ferguson, Slice rose to fame in 2003 through his appearances in street fighting videos. He eventually found himself in mixed martial arts with a 5-2 career record. His last fight against Dada 5000 was mired in controversy when Dhafir Harris nearly died, claiming he suffered two heart attacks and kidney failure in the Octagon. Harris was hospitalized for nearly three weeks. 

Bellator ruled the fight as a no contest after Kimbo tested positive for the anabolic steroid nandrolone, as well as an elevated T:E ratio. Ferguson would eventually reach a settlement the Texas Athletic Commission that resulted in revoking his license in Texas, and a $2,500 fine. 

There have also been unconfirmed rumors of his death. 

We will update you with more information when it becomes available.