Misfits’ heavyweight champion, Chase DeMoor, has disclosed that his rival, Andrew Tate, demanded a weight clause be included before their upcoming showdown. Tate, aged 39, is transitioning to professional boxing on December 20 to face the actor-turned-boxer after a successful kickboxing career marred by injuries.
The much-anticipated clash between Tate and DeMoor, the reigning heavyweight champion, is set to be a challenging encounter for the former kickboxer. A tense press conference in Dubai saw the two fighters exchange fiery words, with DeMoor expressing frustration over the weight clause imposed by Tate.
In a surprising turn of events, DeMoor accused Tate of being fearful by inserting a 40lb weight limit in their contracts. The verbal sparring intensified as Tate questioned the necessity of a weight limit in a boxing match, leading to a heated exchange between the two competitors.
The fight specifications, including the official weight limit, mirror the upcoming Jake Paul versus Anthony Joshua bout. Joshua, a former heavyweight champion, faces a weight restriction for his fight with Paul, ensuring a competitive match.
Tate’s decision to move up in weight class has drawn parallels to Jake Paul’s strategy, stirring further tension between the fighters. With both athletes fully committed to the upcoming bout, Tate emphasized his dedication to boxing, dismissing any notion of it being a mere influencer event.
DeMoor continued to criticize Tate, accusing him of orchestrating the fight conditions to his advantage. The highly-anticipated clash between Tate and DeMoor is scheduled for December 20 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, with live coverage available on Rumble Premium.
Fans can expect an intense showdown as Tate and DeMoor prepare to step into the ring, promising an action-packed event for boxing enthusiasts worldwide.