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15th Apr 2015

Kevin Rosier, one of the first men to step foot inside the UFC octagon, has passed away at 53

Rosier was one of eight men at UFC 1

Darragh Murphy

Terribly sad news for long-time MMA fans as the man who came out victorious in the second ever UFC fight has died.

Kevin Rosier won via TKO against Zane Frazier at UFC 1 back in 1993 before being stopped himself at the semi-final stage by Gerard Gordeau.

UFC co-founder Art Davie confirmed last night that Rosier had passed away at the age of 53, reportedly from a heart attack.

The successful kickboxer may not have been the most decorated fighter in the history of mixed martial arts but will always have a special place in the hearts of UFC fans who were in it from day one.

H/t to MMAFighting

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