Overview
- The bout is scheduled for Saturday, December 20 at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium and is billed as a Misfits heavyweight title fight over six three-minute rounds with knockouts allowed and three judges scoring.
- DeMoor says he must hit about 200 lb with limited rehydration by fight day and has called for the contest to be designated for a cruiserweight belt.
- UK coverage is set to stream on Rumble Premium rather than DAZN, with access offered via an annual subscription.
- Analysts, including Demetrious Johnson, cite Tate’s stance switching, body work and distance management from kickboxing, while questioning how those tools translate under boxing rules.
- Open-workout footage drew skepticism from some fans after Tate’s pad work display, with ring walks expected around 10 p.m. UK time.