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MMA veteran Benji Radach dead at 45, family announces

08-27-2024
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The mixed martial arts world is mourning the loss of Benji Radach. 

Radach, a UFC alum and longtime MMA veteran, has died at age 45, according to his family

Radach’s brother Beau announced Benji's passing in a statement on Facebook.

No cause of death was revealed. 

Radach (21-7, 1 NC) fought professionally from 2001 through 2015, with stints in the UFC, IFL, Elite XC, Strikeforce, Bellator, and more. 

Radach started his career with a perfect 10-0 record before signing with the UFC. 

His most notable stint came in the IFL, fighting six times and earning a 5-1 record with notable wins over Gerald Harris, Brian Foster, and Bristol Marunde. 

Radach's final fight was a loss to Ben Reiter in Bellator in 2015. 

Our deepest condolences go out to Radach's family and friends during this incredibly difficult and tragic time.