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Max Crosby and the Boxer Who Beat Mike Tyson Try Out Dana White’s Challenge Ahead of UFC 292 in Boston

Published 08/14/2023, 2:14 AM EDT

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Recently, UFC President Dana White headed to Boston, Massachusetts with his entourage. They paid a visit to Dana’s former boxing gym and made a stop at his favorite local restaurant. The group visited Peter Welsh’s fighting gym, Combat Zone MMA, with the intention of scouting new talent for the Octagon. During the visit, Dana White challenged the attendees to test their punching power on a machine. Among the individuals present, they encounter Max Crosby, an American football player, and Kevin Bridge, the man who defeated Mike Tyson.

As the game carried on, the contestants delivered some of the best blows. But the question lingers: The atmosphere crackles with anticipation. As the machine’s verdict is unveiled, the question remains: who came out on top – Crosby, Bridge, or another contender? The challenger waits anxiously.

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At the Boston mini event in Peter Welch’s gym, a challenge was posed by Dana White, where several men participated for the chance to win the promised £5000. However, the event was more about having fun than just the monetary reward. The challenge entailed surpassing Callum Walsh’s punching machine record of 977. If a participant managed to achieve this feat, Dana would reward them with the £5000 pooled prize. This led to a gathering of multiple individuals at Peter Welch’s gym to vie for the award.

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Several notable individuals undertook the challenge. This includes American football player Max Crosby and Kevin McBride, the man who defeated Mike Tyson, also known as “Iron Mike.” Both Dana White and Din Thomas placed significant bets on them to win. Dana stated, “I figured that if anybody is going to break this record, then it’s going to be one of these heavyweights. I was wrong.” Despite betting on favorites like Max Crosby and Kevin McBride, they faced heavy losses against Callum Walsh.

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In a thrilling display of power and determination at Peter Welch’s gym in Boston, participants tackled Dana White’s punching challenge. The aim was to surpass the record set by Callum Walsh. With high hopes pinned on heavyweights Max Crosby and Kevin McBride, both fell short of the mark. This left Dana White’s favorite, Callum Walsh, as the triumphant victor. The event showcased not only physical strength but also the joy of friendly competition. It proved that sometimes it’s all about the thrill rather than the prize.

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Suryakant Das is a passionate fan of UFC, mixed martial arts, and bodybuilding. Alongside his passion for sports activities, he is training to be a chartered accountant and has previously worked as a content lead in varied organizations. Suryakant's writing reveals a unique perspective on the world of MMA, enriched by his hunger to consume the latest happenings in the sport.
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