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LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 25: KSI performs at The OVO Wembley Arena on February 25, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)

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LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 25: KSI performs at The OVO Wembley Arena on February 25, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
In a world where scripts often dictate outcomes, Misfits Boxing 12 veered off course. Imagine a main event that ends in a way nobody predicted. This is exactly what transpired in Leeds. Boxing promoter Kalle Sauerland was left reeling. His post-event reflections? A mix of surprise and admiration.
The event, headlined by a shock defeat of Ed Matthews, was unpredictability personified. Did Sauerland foresee Luis Pineda’s stunning knockout? What does this mean for Matthews, a touted talent? Misfits Boxing 12 wasn’t just another fight night; it was a narrative buster. With KSI’s company at the helm, the boxing world witnessed a spectacle that defied expectations.
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Luke Littler joined KSI and others at Misfits
In the aftermath of Misfits Boxing 12, Kalle Sauerland, one of the co-owners of Misfits Boxing along with KSI, offered insightful commentary, reflecting on the night’s unpredictability. “I don’t know, you know where do you go,” he mused, grappling with the unexpected results.
Sauerland highlighted Ed Matthews’ talent, suggesting a need for a strategic reassessment. “It wasn’t exactly part of the script tonight,” he admitted, alluding to Matthews’ stunning defeat by Luis Pineda. This outcome, a second-round KO and getting thrown out of the ring, was unforeseen.
Sauerland then shifted focus to Pineda’s future, pondering, “But where does Pineda go, that’s the question.” This victory, unscripted as it was, opens new pathways for Pineda in the boxing world. Meanwhile, Misfits Boxing 12’s impact extended beyond the ring. Sauerland revealed, “We’re trending number one in the UK at the moment. Not in sports, just tonight in the UK, over all news stories.” This impressive feat underscored the event’s widespread appeal.
Moreover, Sauerland recounted the presence of notable figures like Luke Littler, the 16-year-old PDC World Youth Champion, emphasizing the event’s magnetic draw. “It’s Luke Little, the man of the country of the moment lands back from Bahrain. The first thing he does is to come up to Leeds and see Misfits,” he shared, illustrating the event’s allure. This encapsulated the essence of Misfits Boxing – a blend of sports and spectacle, attracting diverse audiences and reshaping perceptions of boxing events.
KSI and Misfits helped Revive Fes Batista’s boxing dreams
Fes Batista, the world’s first “Influencer Boxer,” credits KSI’s song ‘Not Over Yet‘ for reigniting his boxing aspirations. Facing a career slump, Batista found solace in the song’s empowering lyrics. “KSI released a song called ‘Not Over Yet!’ That gave me fuel and hope,” Batista shared on social media, expressing his gratitude before the big event. This inspiration was further fueled when KSI launched Misfits Boxing.
I work for THIS guy! When my boxing career came crashing down I was depressed. KSI released a song called NOT OVER YET! That gave me fuel and hope…he then opened a company called @MisfitsBoxing and now here I am teaming up with him! DREAMS CAN COME TRUE! @MF_DAZNXSeries pic.twitter.com/qAfILFxj9P
— Fes Batista (@fesbatista) January 19, 2024
Speaking to Mirror Fighting, Batista recalled, “I had people in my ear saying, ‘You’re spending all of this money but nothing is happening for you’. KSI then released his song ‘Not Over Yet’ and I love that song because it’s got some very good lyrics.” Batista’s comeback, following numerous hardships, is a testament to resilience, inspired by a song that speaks to overcoming adversity.
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Misfits Boxing 12, spearheaded by KSI’s innovative vision and support from promoters like Kalle Sauerland, has proven to be more than just a sporting event. It’s a platform where dreams are reignited and the unexpected becomes a reality. What unexpected narratives will the next Misfits Boxing event unfold?
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