Misfits heavyweight champion Chase DeMoor has disclosed that his opponent, Andrew Tate, requested a weight clause before their upcoming match. Tate, aged 39, is transitioning from kickboxing to professional boxing, facing DeMoor on December 20. Despite being a former kickboxing champion, Tate’s career was marred by injuries. The two fighters engaged in a heated press conference in Dubai, with DeMoor initially waiting for Tate’s tardy arrival in a theatrical manner.
The contrast between the two fighters’ attitudes became apparent when DeMoor criticized the weight clause imposed by Tate, claiming it was against his preferences. This led to a verbal exchange between the fighters regarding the contractual terms, with DeMoor asserting his readiness for the challenge. Meanwhile, Tate, known for his light-heavyweight kickboxing background, expressed his serious approach to the upcoming boxing match despite DeMoor’s taunts.
In a separate high-profile event, Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul are set to compete in a heavyweight fight in Miami on December 19, streamed live on Netflix. Joshua, a former two-time heavyweight champion, faces weight restrictions for his fight against Paul. The rules concerning weight limits parallel those of other upcoming fights, including Jake Paul’s move to heavyweight following his victory over Mike Tyson in 2024.
The anticipated showdown between Tate and DeMoor is scheduled for December 20 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. Fans can catch all the action live on Rumble Premium, with a subscription costing £7.48 per month. The official fight times are yet to be confirmed, but the main card is expected to start around 6pm UK time. The main event featuring Tate is likely to begin at 10pm UK time, subject to change depending on the undercard duration.