Controversy Erupts as KSI Knocks Out Joe Fournier with Illegal Move! Will His Victory Be Overturned?

Influencer turned boxer KSI made waves in the boxing world with a thunderous knockout victory over Joe Fournier at the Misfits Boxing 007 show in London on Saturday night. However, controversy quickly followed as it was revealed that the knockout blow was delivered by an elbow, not a right hook as initially reported.

Videos of the fight circulated on social media, showing the elbow landing squarely on Fournier’s face, prompting speculation about the outcome of the bout. Many questioned whether KSI’s win would be overturned to a No Contest or even a disqualification win for Fournier. As of now, the Professional Boxing Association (P.B.A.) has not made a decision, but Fournier is already preparing to contest the result.

KSI took to Twitter to address the controversial ending, expressing his disappointment with how the fight concluded.

He acknowledged the hard work he put into his training camp and expressed gratitude towards his loyal fans. However, he lamented that the victory, which he believed was inevitable, was tarnished by the unintentional elbow strike. He expressed his frustration at the situation, stating that it felt like it diminished his hard work and the efforts of his trainers.

Despite the controversy, the win, if it stands, propels KSI to a 4-0 record in pro exhibitions. His overall record includes a 1-0-1 record in amateur exhibitions and a 1-0 record in his sole professional bout against Logan Paul in 2019.

Regardless of the outcome’s impact on his record, the knockout became the most viewed moment of KSI’s combat sports career so far, marking a significant milestone for the social media sensation. It also sets the stage for a potential lucrative fight with Jake Paul, as KSI continues to build his boxing career.

Jake Paul, known for his brash comments, criticized the legitimacy of KSI’s victory, accusing him of delivering an intentional elbow strike. Paul took aim at Misfits Boxing, the event organizer, and called for stricter regulation and improved safety measures in the sport.

The P.B.A., which claims to prioritize boxer safety and fairness of competition, now faces scrutiny for allowing fights involving social media influencers and failing to address the recurring incidents of fights and brawls associated with Misfits Boxing.

Meanwhile, KSI spoke out about the fight, asserting that he “outboxed and outclassed” Joe Fournier. He expressed confidence in his performance and wasted no time in calling out Tommy Fury, who had been ringside during the fight. The two fighters had to be separated following the bout, and KSI challenged Fury to a future match, aiming to achieve what Jake Paul couldn’t by knocking him out.

Fury responded to the challenge, expressing his belief that KSI’s victory was against an inexperienced professional and claiming that he would be the one to put him to sleep within four rounds. Tensions flared between the two inside the ring, and their respective entourages had to intervene to prevent a physical altercation.

Fury, who has an unblemished record of 9-0, found himself embroiled in another incident outside the ring during the undercard for KSI’s fight. Reports suggest that he was involved in a brawl with Idris Virgo, further adding to the drama surrounding his next opponent.

While the boxing authorities review the footage of KSI’s controversial knockout, the boxing world eagerly awaits the resolution of this heated situation. Whether the result is overturned or not, one thing is certain: KSI’s star power continues to rise, and he remains a prominent figure in the world of combat sports.