KSI Eyes Crazy Fight With Ex-Soccer Player Wayne Bridge

KSI is reportedly set to fight three times this year, with former Chelsea footballer Wayne Bridge being one of the names.
KSI has not boxed since 2023, when he came up short against Tommy Fury. He lost a split decision, only for that result to become a unanimous one after the scorecards were added incorrectly. KSI appealed the decision, claiming he had been robbed of a win. But the appeal was not successful, as Fury retained the win. KSI has been linked with fighting other footballers, such as Wayne Rooney. Now, Bridge’s name has come up in the conversation. Bridge has boxed before, having faced reality star Spencer Matthews in a charity clash.
But KSI is another kettle of fish. Bridge joined KSI in the ring at the recent Misfits 20 event, suggesting this fight is on the cards. KSI taunted Bridge over his former teammate John Terry’s alleged affair with his ex-girlfriend Vanessa Perroncel. Bridge refused to shake Terry’s hand when they became rivals during a game. While KSI tried to get under Bridge’s skin, the latter remained composed. He made it clear that he would be ready to settle things in the ring.
KSI Vs. Bridge
“Do you know what, it was always going to get there, it’s obvious it’s going to go there. ‘He won’t say it in a room on his own will he? It’s just because the camera is there,” Bridge stated
This would be part of a three-fight deal, as KSI has also been linked with a Conor McGregor fight. The Irishman has not had a fight since 2021. That is when Dustin Poirier stopped him at UFC 264. That was McGregor’s third loss out of his last four fights. McGregor was scheduled to fight Michael Chandler at UFC 303. But he pulled out of the fight after suffering from a broken toe. Since then, McGregor has faced some legal issues.
Other Options
Nikita Hand accused him of sexual assault, as she won her civil lawsuit against him. McGregor is also facing another lawsuit on similar grounds after allegations of another incident at an NBA Finals game in 2023. McGregor has been linked with a boxing fight against Logan Paul. Reports indicate it would be an exhibition in India. It is alleged both fighters could earn $250 million each. But KSI is also willing to take that fight. His team has said as much.
“KSI will fight three times this year. Fight 1 will be a great surprise and very interesting. Fight 2 and 3, if people are worried we will take the same route as Jake… He will not be fighting retired MMA fighters, these will be serious opponents. It will be epic and I can’t wait to announce it all, but for now focus will be on fight one and his huge comeback,” kSI’s manager Mams Taylor
KSI does have plenty of options moving forward. For someone who is not fighting professional boxers, KSI could make plenty of money this year.
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