Ray J was reportedly hospitalized after being knocked out by comedian and internet celebrity Supa Hot Fire in their amateur mixed martial arts bout in Las Vegas.
According to TMZ, Ray J checked himself into a Las Vegas hospital approximately two hours after Saturday's fight, having developed health issues related to the fight. Sources close to the artist told the publication that he has been hospitalized for several days while doctors continue to conduct tests to determine the cause of his symptoms.
Medical staff are reportedly checking to see if Ray J suffered a concussion during the fight. TMZ also reported that doctors are monitoring the situation and looking for a possible slowing of his heart rate.
The hospitalization came after Ray J was knocked out in the second round against Supa Hot Fire during their highly-anticipated bout at Brand Risk 14.
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The fight itself quickly went viral online after Supa Hot Fire barely engaged in the first round before suddenly unleashing a barrage of punches on Ray J early in the second.
After the fight was stopped, Ray J appeared upset and emotional as he confronted Supa Hot Fire in the ring. He repeatedly hinted that something was wrong in the match.
The artist had already spoken publicly about his health issues before the event. Earlier this year, it was reported that Ray J was hospitalized with heart complications and pneumonia.
Before the fight, Ray J also made alarming statements about his physical condition while speaking to fans and the media in the week leading up to the fight. His latest hospitalization has raised further concerns, as questions continue to swirl around both the knockout and Ray J's overall health.
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