Andrew Tate vs. Chase DeMoor: The Fight Before Christmas: A Misfits Boxing Recap

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates  December 20, 2025

In a matchup that blended combat sports intrigue with crossover celebrity appeal, Andrew “Cobra” Tate squared off against Chase DeMoor in the main event of Misfits Mania: The Fight Before Christmas. The bout, contested for the Misfits Boxing (MFB) heavyweight title, delivered a controversial and widely discussed result as DeMoor retained his belt via majority decision on the Dubai undercard.

Fighter Backgrounds and Experience

Andrew Tate entered the ring as one of the most debated figures in combat sports media. A four-time kickboxing world champion with a professional kickboxing record that includes 76 wins (32 by knockout), nine losses and one draw, Tate’s striking pedigree is extensive. Competing at elite levels in Enfusion and ISKA full-contact circuits during his prime, Tate has not fought professionally in a sanctioned ring since his final kickboxing bouts in the early 2020s. Despite his experience in stand-up striking, this bout marked his official boxing debut at age 39 and his first professional fight in over five years. His transition from kickboxing to boxing, especially at heavyweight, was one of the central storylines leading into the fight.

Chase DeMoor, by contrast, comes from a decidedly non-traditional combat sports background. Best known as a reality television personality : notably on Too Hot to Handle, and a social media influencer, DeMoor’s boxing career has been a steady climb through the emerging world of influencer boxing and Misfits promotions. Originally a college football player, he compiled an early record that included mixed results before finding momentum in Misfits competition. Prior to facing Tate, DeMoor had amassed a professional boxing record listed around 9-3-1 (with seven knockouts on BoxRec) and held the MFB heavyweight title. His rise has come through a combination of improved technique and size, standing roughly 6 ft 5 in, which he has leveraged across multiple Misfits fight cards. The Fight and Result

The heavyweight bout lasted the scheduled six rounds, showcasing a clash in styles that drew polarized reactions from fans and media. Initial rounds saw Tate using his jab and combination work  reflective of his extensive striking background, but as the fight progressed, DeMoor’s activity, range control and physicality began to tilt the action in his favor. Judges scored the bout 58-56, 58-56, and 57-57, giving DeMoor a majority decision win and retaining his heavyweight title in what many observers described as an uneven but competitive encounter. 

Spectators and analysts noted both athletes fatigued through the middle rounds, with clinching and tactical caution characterizing significant portions of the fight. DeMoor’s size and volume punching, particularly in later rounds, were attributed to his advantage as judges rendered the final scores. Critics on social platforms and in sports media described the technical quality as inconsistent, though the decision itself stood without protest from official adjudicators. 

Undercard Highlights

The Misfits Mania card offered a mix of celebrity crossover bouts and rising boxing talents:

• Tony Ferguson def. Warren Spencer — unanimous decision: UFC veteran Tony Ferguson showcased improved boxing instincts over five rounds to capture the Misfits middleweight title. 

• Amado Vargas def. Deen the Great — unanimous decision: Vargas secured a technical points win in a competitive lightweight bout.

• Neeraj Goyat def. Anthony Taylor — unanimous decision: Goyat controlled the action with consistent pressure.

• Ben Williams def. Nicholai “NichLmao” Perrett — unanimous decision: A methodical performance from Williams on the welterweight portion of the card.

• Amir Anderson def. Joe Laws — second-round TKO: Anderson’s stoppage win added early excitement to the main card. 

• Additional prelim results included victories for Pearl Gonzalez, David Lopez, Carla Jade, Sultan Babakhanov, and Jak Corrie.

Context and Reaction

The bout’s buildup was marked not only by contrasting fighting pedigrees but also by Tate’s high-profile public controversies and hiatus from competition. His foray into elite ring competition drew debate about crossover fights’ place in combat sports. Despite critiques, the event succeeded as a global spectacle, drawing viewership interest in a market increasingly receptive to influencer-driven boxing formats.

As Misfits Boxing continues to expand its promotional reach, the Tate vs. DeMoor fight underscores both the opportunities and challenges of blending traditional fighting credentials with contemporary celebrity appeal.