“These Guys Like to Talk a Lot”: Whindersson Nunes Takes a Dig at Fight Talks With KSI
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LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 27: KSI looks on during hius Cruiserweight Main Event Bout against Swarmz at The O2 Arena on August 27, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Luke Walker/Getty Images)
In the vast arena of online entertainment, there’s an undercurrent brewing that’s set to erupt into a colossal storm any moment. Yes, we’re talking about the impending clash of the titans in the YouTube world—the saga between the Brazilian comic sensation, Whindersson Nunes, and the British rapper and online personality, KSI.
Picture this: two global powerhouses with millions of followers, a staggering offer to triple fight money, and the tantalizing possibility of a superfight in a mammoth Brazilian stadium. It’s a storyline straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster. Yet there’s an unexpected twist in this narrative: something Nunes said, or rather, fired at KSI and his negotiation team. His words, laced with his typical humor and candor, have set the virtual world abuzz. So, what exactly did he say?
Nunes’ sharp retort to KSI’s fight proposal: ‘Name a date and amount’
Whindersson Nunes, who has successfully amassed a larger YouTube following than KSI, has addressed the ongoing fight negotiations with KSI. Despite the linguistic barrier, given that Nunes engages primarily with a Portuguese-speaking audience, his message to KSI’s team was sharp and clear.
Nunes, I loved the energy you and your fans brought to Kingpyn. As soon as you won your fight, majority of the audience left. You need to realise that you’re bigger than Kingpyn.
I wanna fight you in a stadium in Brazil. Whatever Kingpyn are paying you, I’ll triple it. Kingpyn…
— ksi (@KSI) April 26, 2023
In response to KSI’s offer to triple his purse to face him under his Misfits Boxing banner, Nunes stated, “They reached out to us,” acknowledging the contact made by KSI’s promotional team. Not one to mince words, Nunes went on to express his frustration with the negotiations, and said, “We have had some brief talks, these guys like to talk a lot, negotiate a lot but they’re not too much into action.”
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Nunes also emphasized his desire for concrete plans over empty promises, and claimed, “So we’re waiting, name a date, an amount so let’s do it!” The superstar additionally seemed flexible about the venue for the potential superfight.He added, “It doesn’t necessarily have to be in Brazil, but it would be cooler because the stadium would be much bigger.”
Nunes stays focused on the Kingpyn tournament and personal growth
However, Nunes also highlighted his current commitment to the Kingpyn Boxing’s High Stakes tournament and his upcoming fight with King Kenny. He stated, “To be honest with you, I don’t this is a ‘career fight’ for us or anything like that,” implying that his focus is not solely on the outcome of the fight but on his personal and professional development. “It’s not about winning or losing for me but showing to people that working hard and dedicating yourself and developing new skills will evolve you into a new person,” he explained, emphasizing the importance of growth over victory.
As the digital realm continues to buzz with anticipation, the question remains: will the monumental Nunes-KSI superfight ever transpire? Despite the clash of words and contrasting perspectives, there’s no denying the potential this showdown holds.
The stage is set, the players are ready, and the world is watching. The ball now lies in KSI’s court. Will he take up the challenge and deliver a date and amount? What are your thoughts? Do you believe this superfight will ever take place? Share your predictions in the comments below.
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