MMA Rookie Michael Kirkham Dies In Pro Debut

MMA fighter Michael Kirkham was making his professional debut in South Carolina over the weekend after having fought six times in amateur competition. Unfortunately for Kirkham, his friends and his family, he passed away following the events of the bout. This marks the second death in a sanctioned MMA bout. From WRDW in Augusta, GA:

This is an immensely tragic situation and SB Nation sends our sincerest condolences to those affected by Saturday’s events.