KSI(L) and Joe Fournier exchange punches during their X Series 007 MF Cruiserweight Championship bout. Tony Bellew has weighed in on the upcoming KSI vs. Tommy Fury fight, adding his insights and predictions. PAUL HARDING/GETTY IMAGES.
MANCHESTER, England — KSI, whose real name is Olajide William Olatunji, will take on professional boxer Tommy Fury in a six-round contest from the Manchester Arena, Manchester, on October 14th in a highly anticipated match at the intersection of sports and social media.
Former cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew has weighed in on the upcoming KSI vs. Tommy Fury fight, adding his insights and predictions to the fervor surrounding this highly anticipated match at the intersection of sports and social media.
“ Tommy should win but this will be his hardest fight ever,” said Tony Bellew.
“For real bro, I’m ready. I’m ready. This brother thinks I’m going to be easy. He thinks I’m going to be easier than Jake Paul. I’m not Jake Paul, man. I hit harder, I move faster, I’m just a different entity. I’m a different guy,” said KSI in media reports.
The bout, set to take place this weekend, features KSI, who boasts a 1-0 professional record, taking on the undefeated professional boxer Tommy Fury with a record of 9-0.
Tony Bellew’s prediction adds an intriguing dimension to the already intense anticipation surrounding this clash of YouTube sensations and professional fighters.
His perspective as a former cruiserweight champion brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the discussion, making his prediction a highly anticipated element of the pre-fight analysis.
As fans and enthusiasts eagerly await the showdown between KSI and Tommy Fury, Tony Bellew’s prediction serves as a valuable talking point, further fueling the excitement and debate surrounding this unique event that transcends the boundaries of traditional sports and social media.
It remains to be seen whether his prediction aligns with the outcome of the fight, but one thing is certain: the KSI vs. Tommy Fury bout promises to be an unforgettable moment in the world of combat sports and digital entertainment.
(Additional reporting provided by Joseph Hammond)
Edited by Miriam Onyango and Newsdesk Manager
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