Emmanuel Yarborough , the massive sumo wrestler who famously took on karate expert Keith Hackney at UFC 3, died Monday at the age of 51. The promotion announced the former fighter’s death Tuesday after a post on the popular Underground forum from retired MMA fighter Gary Myers. UFC co-creator Art Davie also confirmed Yarborough’s passing on his official Facebook page. Yarborough passed away in Richmond, Va.; the cause of death was not disclosed. In a statement from his longtime manager, Beatrice H.
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Early UFC star Emmanuel Yarborough passes away at 51 – MMA Junkie