Anthony Johnson dead at 38: Tributes pour in as ex-UFC challenger ‘Rumble’ passes away after long battle with illness

FORMER UFC fighter Anthony Johnson has died after a long battle with illness.

The 38-year-old was known as one of the best knockout artists during his fighting days and earned some big wins against high-level opponents inside and outside the octagon.

GettyAnthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson has died aged 38.[/caption]

At his prime, ‘Rumble’ managed knockout victories against former light heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira and Alexander Gustafsson.

Tributes have poured in for Johnson, with American MMA fighter Michael Chiesa Tweeting: “RIP Anthony “Rumble” Johnson. One of the most prolific KO artists our sport has ever seen.

“My prayers go out to his family and everyone affected by this tragedy.”

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