Andrew Tate is officially set to make his long-awaited boxing debut under the Misfits Boxing banner — and it’s already creating major headlines. The controversial former kickboxing world champion will reportedly challenge for the Misfits heavyweight title in his very first fight, with Chase DeMoor emerging as the likely opponent.

The news comes as a surprise to many fight fans, especially since Tate has never competed in a professional boxing match. Misfits Boxing, known for blending influencer personalities with legitimate fighters, appears ready to capitalize on Tate’s global notoriety by giving him a shot at championship gold straight away.

While fans expected Tate to face former UFC fighter Darren Till — who has been calling him out repeatedly — the outspoken internet figure has turned that fight down, choosing instead to pursue a title opportunity. According to reports, Tate “snubbed” Till and rejected the idea of facing him first, believing a fight for the belt makes more sense for his return to combat sports.

Tate’s decision has stirred debate among both fans and fighters. Many are questioning how he can go straight into a title bout without first proving himself in the ring, while others argue that his global fame and combat sports background justify the high-profile matchup.

Till, who recently transitioned into boxing after leaving the UFC, had claimed the fight with Tate was “75% done” and expected to be confirmed soon. However, Tate reportedly dismissed those talks and is instead focused entirely on capturing the heavyweight crown.

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Chase DeMoor, the current Misfits heavyweight champion, has become one of the most talked-about names in the influencer boxing scene — not only for his size and athleticism but also for his controversial in-ring antics. A clash between DeMoor and Tate would mark one of Misfits Boxing’s biggest events to date, with two of the sport’s most polarizing personalities facing off.

If finalized, the fight will headline a Misfits Boxing card later this year, with enormous attention expected from both the fight community and mainstream media.

Tate, a four-time kickboxing world champion before rising to fame as a social media personality, has been hinting at a return to combat sports for months. This bout would mark his first sanctioned boxing match, and given the stakes, it’s one of the most talked-about debuts in influencer boxing history.

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