A Shock Appointment Sparks Anger
Andrew Tate now pushes toward a headline fight with longtime rival KSI.
In October, fans reacted with disbelief after Tate appeared to take control of Misfits Boxing.
KSI founded Misfits Boxing three years earlier with Mams Taylor and promoters Kalle and Nisse Sauerland.
News of Tate’s appointment triggered an immediate and furious reaction from KSI online.
KSI, whose real name is Olajide Olatunji, vented his anger across social media platforms.
He described the decision as absurd and accused others of testing his patience.
KSI also directed harsh criticism at co-president Mams Taylor.
He accused Taylor of prioritising Misfits over managing his career.
Tate later responded to the backlash and addressed the feud directly.
He said he welcomed the chance to resolve tensions inside a boxing ring.
Tate Turns Business Control into Fight Bait
Tate spoke openly about the situation during an interview with iFL TV.
He mocked KSI and framed the takeover as a strategic victory.
Tate said he seized KSI’s business without needing to fight first.
He explained that he chose to pursue both executive power and competition.
Tate stressed that his new role allows him to control fight decisions.
He suggested that power gives him freedom to make lucrative matchups.
He then offered KSI a potential return bout under his leadership.
Tate joked about paying himself heavily to make the fight happen.
Weight differences could complicate negotiations between the two rivals.
Tate plans to debut at heavyweight against Chase DeMoor next week.
KSI usually competes at cruiserweight and fluctuates between 182 and 191 pounds.
Those divisions create uncertainty around fair fight terms.
Comeback Questions and a Dubai Date
KSI has not fought since losing on points to Tommy Fury over two years ago.
He planned a return against Dillon Danis earlier this year.
Illness forced KSI to cancel that scheduled bout.
Observers still question whether he will resume competitive boxing.
Mams Taylor expressed confidence about KSI’s eventual comeback.
He said recovery timelines vary following recent surgery.
Taylor estimated recovery could take months but expects faster progress.
He described KSI as young, fit, and physically resilient.
Taylor said KSI only wants fights that excite him and the audience.
He added that KSI seeks spectacle rather than routine appearances.
Meanwhile, Tate prepares for his next bout against Chase DeMoor.
The fight will take place on Saturday, December 20, in Dubai.
Organisers will stage the event at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium.
Officials have not yet confirmed final fight times.
Promoters expect the main card to begin around 6pm UK time.
Tate may enter the ring close to 10pm UK time.
Local time in Dubai would place the main event early Sunday morning.
Fight schedules may shift depending on undercard duration.
