Francis Ngannou, a fighter in mixed martial arts and boxing, sadly confirmed the passing of his 15-month-old son, Kobe.
Ngannou took to social media to share the heartbreaking news on Monday, posting a picture of Kobe, indicating his passing on Saturday, April 27th.
Expressing his grief, Ngannou wrote, “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone. My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy. Now, he’s laying without life. I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding.
“I was my best self next to him and now I have no clue of who I am. Life is so unfair to hit us where it hurts the most.
“How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it?”
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The news prompted an outpouring of support from the fighting community and beyond.
Conor McGregor, another UFC fighter, conveyed his condolences, acknowledging the pain Ngannou must be feeling. He offered prayers for Kobe’s peaceful rest.
Ngannou’s trainer, Eric Nicksick, also shared words of sympathy, recognizing the difficulty of this time for the Ngannou family, while urging everyone to cherish their loved ones and reflect on the fragile nature of life.
Ngannou’s journey from poverty in Cameroon to becoming a UFC champion is well-known.
Last year, he transitioned to boxing, facing off against renowned fighters like Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
