It has been seven years since the MMA community lost one of the pioneers of the sport, Kevin Randleman. Moreover, he was a close personal friend of the UFC’s first-ever heavyweight champion, Mark Coleman. As such, ‘The Hammer’ recently shared a post to commemorate Randleman’s birthday. Many fans joined in and shared their reactions to the post on social media.

Kevin ‘The Monster’ Randleman was one of the earliest MMA fighters with amazing wrestling skills. He was an NCAA Division I champion and a former UFC heavyweight champion. A heavy-handed wrecking machine, his contributions to the sport are second to none. A Hall of Famer, he also had a great relationship with Mark Coleman. ‘The Hammer’ was the mentor of ‘The Monster’ and both became famous for their ground-and-pound technique.

Coleman, who’s aiming for a comeback to fighting, has never failed to wish Randleman on his birthday, and as such, he shared yet another post for his former protégé and friend. ‘The Hammer’ wrote, “Happy birthday to one of the greatest man I ever got the pleasure to be around Kevin “the only monster” Randleman you touched everybody’s heart you touched mine.”

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Furthermore, Mark Coleman mentioned that he always remembers his best friend and hopes to see him soon. “He was my best friend you will always be remembered, and never forgotten… I love you brother. See you soon.” Many fans have reacted to this heartwarming message. Let’s see what they had to say about it.

Fans join Mark Coleman in wishing Kevin Randleman on his birthday

The MMA fans recognized Kevin Randleman as one of the greatest figures of the sport. They called him a legend and a great individual.

• And yes! Kevin is a legend!
• A legend….THE MONSTER
• The great Kevin never forget him, great guy, great fighter, he was the man

They were saddened by the fact that the UFC Hall of Famer sadly passed away too early and mentioned how they’ve followed his career since the time he fought in PRIDE.

• the brightest stars burn fastest
• RIP Kevin. sad when someone dies so young, I loved watching him in Pride. I know you were close Mark..

Some fans raised concerns regarding Mark Coleman claiming to join Randleman soon. They urged him to think positively. Moreover, other fans could not comprehend the fact that ‘The Monster’ passed away too early.

• See you soon??? Dont say stuff like that Mark!
• Can’t believe he’s gone.

It was fighters like Kevin Randleman who brought the bright lights and attention to mixed martial arts. One can only wonder where this sport would have been if not for legends like him. His accomplishments are still fresh in the mind of the fans and it is unlikely to fade away in the years to come.

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