Anthony Johnson Speaks Out On Tim Hague’s Passing

Five fight UFC veteran Tim Hague passed away due to injuries he suffered in a boxing match this past Saturday Night in Canada.

Add Anthony "Rumble" Johnson to the list of fighters to extend their condolences to the fallen fighter. Johnson took to Instagram to speak on Hague’s passing and how it relates to his decision to retire:

 

This is why I walked away. This is a reality check for me! I've knocked a lot of ppl out and idk how this didn't happen when I fought. I've been afraid of this happening to me and after learning about CTE I'm afraid of it happening to anybody. #RumbleSquad

A post shared by Anthony Johnson (@anthony_rumble) on Jun 17, 2017 at 7:31pm PDT

“Rumble” retired after a submission loss to UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier at UFC 210 earlier this year.

Despite the recent retirement, the light heavyweight recently teased a return to action after checking out UFC Fight Night 109.

Since the fighter retired, the focus has shifted from the world of fighting to the world of medical marijuana.