The UFC and mixed martial arts in general they have lost one of their recent myths. As announced by the promoter, Stephan Bonnar has died at 45 years of age from heart complications while working.
In a statement, the world’s leading MMA company expresses its sorrow at the death of “one of the greatest fighters who has never competed in the Octagon” and a “pioneer who entered the UFC in ‘Ultimate Fighter’ Season 1 in 2005.” “Bonnar teamed up with Forrest Griffin in the season finale to star in one of the best fights of all time, after which he earned a place in the UFC Hall of Fame, “summary.
The UFC family is saddened by the passing of UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/2hpRPJoMPP
— UFC Spanish (@UFCEspanol) December 24, 2022
That fight, held on April 9, 2005 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, marked a before and after and is considered one of the most important in the history of this discipline. It was a three-round bout that ended with an epic victory for Bonnar for the light heavyweight title.
It is considered an evening of such importance that even saved the future of the UFC itselfsince its success allowed it to be renewed for a new season and it became world famous.
“His fight with Forrest Griffin changed the sport forever, and he will never be forgotten. The fans loved him, they identified with him and he always gave his best to them. We will miss him,” said Dana White, president of the UFC.
Bonnar ended his career with a record of 17-9, after fighting not only against Griffin but also against other Hall of Famers such as Jon Jones, Rashad Evans, Mark Coleman, Anderson Silva or Tito Ortiz.
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