UFC vet Victor Valimaki hospitalized with rare condition

Dec 13 2018 by Bloody Elbow

 

Edmonton’s Victor Valimaki fought almost 30 times and twice for the UFC.

Victor Valimaki, who has 29 professional MMA fights under his belt, is currently battling a rare central nervous disorder known as neuromyelitis optica or Devic’s Disease. The disorder has left Valimaki bedridden and struggling to speak. It was only in September last year that the 36-year-old was competing in the cage.

“You can be the healthiest person in the world and this can happen to you,” said...

Continue Reading UFC vet Victor Valimaki hospitalized with rare condition