Why Is KSI Announcing Misfits Signings If Andrew Tate Took His Company?
The influencer-boxing world has been in chaos ever since the shock announcement that Andrew Tate had “taken over” Misfits Boxing from KSI ahead of Tate’s scheduled fight with Chase DeMoor. Fans were left wondering whether the takeover was genuine, a legal power shift, or just another layer of theatrics in a rivalry-driven scene. And now, with KSI publicly announcing that pro cruiserweight Viddal Riley has joined Misfits Pro, the confusion has only grown.
At first glance, the situation seems contradictory. If Tate really had control of Misfits, why would KSI still be the one unveiling new signings? But this is where the story becomes clearer and, honestly, more predictable for long-time Misfits watchers.
A “Takeover” That Looks More Like a Publicity Play
Misfits Boxing has always thrived on spectacle. From chaotic press conferences to crossover matchmaking, controversy fuels the brand as much as competition. The claim that Andrew Tate had taken control of the company immediately drew headlines worldwide, but nothing official changed in company filings, branding control, or operational leadership.
This led many to believe the announcement was part of a promotional storyline designed to boost hype for Tate vs Chase DeMoor. And with KSI now continuing business as usual by publicly welcoming Viddal Riley to Misfits Pro, that suspicion only strengthens.
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There has been no structural shift, no operational power handover, and no evidence that KSI is no longer in charge of his own organisation. Instead, Tate’s “takeover” appears to have been another dramatic beat in the build-up to his return to the ring, fitting perfectly into the theatrical nature of Misfits promotion.
KSI announcing Riley’s signing sends an even clearer signal: Misfits is still functioning under the same leadership it always has, and the Tate storyline was likely designed purely for engagement and narrative impact.
As the fight between Tate and Chase approaches, expect the noise to get even louder. But for now, the balance of power within Misfits seems unchanged, and KSI’s involvement in major announcements only confirms it.
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