AceShowbiz - Ray J found himself in a hospital bed recovering after a brutal knockout during the Brand Risk 14 event held at UFC Apex in Las Vegas on May 23. The R&B artist, who faced off against Supah Hot Fire, was left without proper medical assistance immediately following his second-round defeat.

Following the knockout, Ray J had to seek medical care on his own as no ambulance or medical team was available to attend to him at the venue. The absence of support from the event’s organizers caused him to express frustration and disappointment during a livestream from his hospital bed on May 28.

In his livestream, Ray J directly blamed the Brand Risk organization and Adin Ross for neglecting the fighters’ well-being. He highlighted the lack of follow-up communication or concern from the promoters after the fight, emphasizing that no one had reached out to check on his condition.

The knockout itself was intense. While Supah Hot Fire started the fight cautiously in the first round, he dramatically shifted tactics in the second, delivering a series of powerful combinations that ultimately knocked Ray J unconscious. The incident led to speculation from Ray J about whether the bout was predetermined, although no confirmation has been provided.

This recent hospitalization is not the first health scare for Ray J in 2026. Earlier this year, he was admitted to a hospital in Las Vegas due to severe heart pain and pneumonia. Medical evaluations revealed that his heart is functioning at only 25 percent capacity, a serious condition that requires ongoing treatment.

Currently, Ray J is on a regimen involving eight different medications and faces the possibility of needing a defibrillator or pacemaker to manage his cardiac issues. During a previous livestream following his first hospitalization, he emotionally indicated that 2027 might mark the end of his career, reflecting the gravity of his health challenges.

Despite these significant medical concerns and being largely confined to bed with a strict treatment plan, Ray J still chose to step into the MMA ring. His decision to fight under such physical strain has drawn attention to the risks involved and the responsibilities of event promoters to ensure fighter safety.

The situation has raised questions about the support systems in place for combatants at similar events, especially when serious injuries occur. Ray J's public health struggles and his recent experience at Brand Risk 14 underline the critical need for better medical protocols and fighter care in the sport.

This article is based on reporting originally published by AllHipHop.