DUBAI, UAE – In a stunning upset that has sent shockwaves through the “manosphere” and the crossover boxing world, Andrew “King Cobra” Tate suffered a majority decision loss to Chase DeMoor on Saturday night. The bout, which served as the main event of Misfits Boxing’s “The Fight Before Christmas,” marked Tate’s highly anticipated return to professional combat sports after a five-year hiatus.
The atmosphere at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium was electric as the 39-year-old former kickboxing world champion stepped into the ring for his professional boxing debut. However, the night ended in frustration for the “Top G,” as the judges returned scorecards of 57-57, 58-56, and 58-56 in favor of the reigning Misfits Heavyweight Champion.
Early Dominance Fades
The fight began with Tate looking sharp, utilizing a stiff jab and superior footwork to keep the larger DeMoor at bay. For the first two rounds, Tate appeared to justify his status as the pre-fight betting favorite, landing clean combinations and targeting DeMoor’s body. Critics who questioned whether “The Matrix” had sapped Tate’s competitive edge were initially silenced.
However, the tide turned dramatically in the third round. DeMoor, a former football player and reality TV star, began to impose his physical size, landing a massive right hand that visibly wobbled Tate. As the rounds progressed, the age gap and Tate’s long absence from the ring became apparent. Tate’s cardio began to fail, and the high-volume offense that defined his early career was replaced by desperate clinching.
A Brutal Final Stand
By the fifth round, the “Cobra” was fighting on instinct alone. A thunderous uppercut from DeMoor opened a significant cut over Tate’s right eye, leaving his face bloodied. Despite the damage, Tate showed immense durability, surviving several flurries that threatened to end the fight.
In the final three minutes, Tate attempted a late surge, but he lacked the power to stop the advancing DeMoor. The American champion closed the distance, bullying Tate against the ropes until the final bell.
Post-Fight Reactions
A humbled Andrew Tate addressed the crowd immediately after the decision, citing his age and time away from the sport.
“Yeah… 10 years out [of high-level competition], 40 years old. I gave it my all, but he was tough,” Tate said in the ring. “I’m going to have to go back and watch the fight again… but Chase deserves his win. It’s better to try and lose than to not try at all.”
DeMoor, ecstatic after the biggest win of his career, wasted no time in calling out his next target: Tommy Fury. “I just fought the toughest man in the world, and I came out with the victory. Tommy Fury, you’re next!”
What’s Next for Tate?
The loss comes at a turbulent time for Tate, who remains embroiled in legal battles across Romania and the UK. While the fight was intended to be a triumphant rebranding of his “Top G” persona, the defeat has provided significant ammunition for his detractors.
Social media was quick to react, with the hashtag #BottomG trending shortly after the result. Whether this marks the end of Tate’s boxing aspirations or the beginning of a redemption arc remains to be seen, but for now, the “King Cobra” has been dethroned in the desert.
