Hakaraia Wilson, a professional MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter, has died “suddenly” at the age of 26.
Police reported the death of Hakaraia Wilson, whose full name was Te Hakaraia O Te Rangi Wilson, who on the morning of January 1 went to an address in Gisborne, New Zealand.
The police described the wrestler’s death as “sudden” and “non-suspicious”.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of a true pillar of our family and community – our brother, Hakaraia Wilson
Oliver MMA
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of a true pillar of our family and community: our brother, Hakaraia Wilson,” confirmed Auckland’s Oliver MMA gym.
The New Zealand press reports that Hakaraia Wilson died after attending the traditional ‘Rhythm and Vines’ music festival in Gisborne, which is held every New Year’s Eve.
Hakaraia Wilson’s career as a professional MMA fighter
Wilson, who had experience in Jiu-Jitsu and MMA and had recently resided in the United States, began his amateur career in 2020 and had a 4-3 record on the professional MMA circuit.
His last fight was in October in Bali, Indonesia, where he defeated Mark Alcoba of the Philippines at ‘Canggu Fight Night’.