Chase DeMoor Defeats Andrew Tate in Boxing Debut at Misfits Boxing 23

Historic Upset at Misfits Boxing 23

Chase DeMoor defeated Andrew Tate via majority decision (58-56, 58-56, 57-57) at Misfits Boxing 23 on December 20, 2025, in Dubai, successfully defending his Misfits heavyweight title. The highly anticipated bout marked Tate’s return to combat sports after a five-year absence, as the four-time kickboxing champion had quit due to injuries and business interests.

Fight Breakdown and Key Moments

Tate started fast with busy jabs and early activity, whilst DeMoor initially struggled to generate consistent offense. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the later rounds. DeMoor wobbled Tate with a right uppercut in Round 5 and forced a cut over Tate’s left eye. The American reality TV star’s unconventional striking proved effective, with one observer noting DeMoor split open Tate, turning his face to a bloody mask.

DeMoor came on strong at the end, winning the final two rounds, with one judge scoring the fight a draw whilst the other two gave him the victory. Despite the win, the bout was described as one of the worst fights imaginable, a grueling clinch affair, though DeMoor clearly beat up Tate.

Significance and Reactions

The result represents a significant upset in the influencer boxing world. For ‘Top G’ supporters, this was described as embarrassing as it gets. After the fight, Tate acknowledged he would need to review the fight before making a decision about his future, saying it’s better to try and lose than to not try at all.

The event capped a year defined by crossover matchups and steady growth for Misfits Boxing as the promotion turns the page toward 2026. DeMoor’s victory over the controversial internet personality has elevated his profile significantly in the influencer boxing circuit.