Few figures in the world of combat sports are as divisive and compelling as the late Kimbo Slice. Kimbo Slice rose from humble beginnings as a backyard brawler to prominence as an MMA fighter, becoming a household figure known for his raw power and scary demeanor. And now, long-forgotten footage of him landing an uppercut straight from hell has resurfaced, reigniting fans’ respect and awe.

The video, which depicts Kimbo Slice boxing against James Wade, has gone viral, with fans admiring the late fighter’s extraordinary strength and skill once again. However, the video serves as a bittersweet reminder of a man who was taken far too soon. Kimbo Slice is a famous character in combat sports even after his death, and this video just solidifies his place in the pantheon of great fighters.

The Forgotten Video That Shocked Boxing Fans

Kimbo Slice was a notorious figure in the world of combat sports. A former street fighter turned mixed martial artist, Kimbo Slice captured the public’s imagination with his raw power and intimidating presence. Although he passed away in 2016, a forgotten video of him landing a devastating uppercut on James Wade in their 2011 boxing match has resurfaced and has the internet buzzing.

Fight Haven, a popular combat sports Twitter account, posted the video with the caption, “That Time Kimbo Slice sent a Boxer home in a Body Bag…” The tweet quickly went viral, and fans of Kimbo Slice and combat sports enthusiasts alike were quick to react.

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Mona paid tribute to Kimbo, but also raised concerns about the dangers of unregulated combat sports, saying, “RIP That was a dangerous man… unregulated that is.”

Giselle praised the uppercut, calling it “straight from hell.”

JuneBug Smithington I GMI, speculated on what could have been had Kimbo been given the same training and opportunities as Mike Tyson.

Andre corrected the caption, pointing out that James Wade was actually taken out on a stretcher, not in a body bag.

Finally, Dirty McGirty expressed their love for Kimbo’s backyard bare-knuckle fights, calling them “simply marvelous to watch.”

From the reactions on social media, it’s clear that Kimbo Slice’s fights and backyard brawls continue to captivate audiences and remain a memorable part of combat sports history.

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What do you think made Kimbo Slice stand out as a fighter? Was it his raw power, his unorthodox background, or his charisma and larger-than-life personality? Share your thoughts and memories of Kimbo Slice’s fights and legacy in the comments below.

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