“Didn’t Expect This”: MrBeast’s Former Teammate Signs Multi Fight Deal With KSI’s Boxing Promotion

The cross-over boxing scene is taking over the sport in terms of revenue in recent times. It seems like every social media influencer wants to try their hand at boxing. The bout between KSI and Joe Weller in 2018 can be regarded as the fight which started it all. Since then, a lot of YouTubers and TikTokers have laced up their gloves. Influencer boxing has made it into mainstream boxing, and the fans are loving it. Another social media influencer is ready to step into the ring and exchange jabs with someone. He is someone every MrBeast fan would know. Jake ‘The Viking’, formerly part of MrBeast’s team, has decided to make his boxing debut soon, and the fans can’t believe it.

A new chapter for Jake

Jake Franklin, known by the online persona Jake ‘The Viking,’ is known for his intimidating Viking-like appearance and calm behavior. He left MrBeast’s team in 2020 and has been part of Misfits gaming since 2021. Recently, an interviewer named Fred Beck took to Twitter to announce that Jake has signed a multi-fight deal with KSI’s promotions misfits.

Jake ‘the Viking’ has been a part of Misfits gaming since 2021. But now, he will be stepping into the ring and showing the world he can fight. The fans can’t believe they will see Jake ‘the Viking’ in the boxing ring soon and are excited for the social media star to start this new chapter in his life.

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No official announcements have been made yet, but this news could be significant for influencer boxing. Since its incorporation, Misfits has provided a stage for social media influencers who want to fight each other in the squared circle. Besides, recently, Misfits signed a five-year deal with Dazn to broadcast their fights.

Fans react to the news

Fans are taken aback by the news and are excited. itmaine can’t wait to see Jake in the ring.

naterade believes that Jake will make a suitable boxer in the heavier weight classes.

Z thought that Jake was settling in his life, but he’s happy that Jake is hungry and willing to work hard.

DannyBoy is looking forward to seeing Jake fight and thinks that Jake is a huge guy.

MiniKon, a TikToker turned boxer, is already eager to get in the ring with Jake.

Perry never expected something like this and can’t believe the news.

Meanwhile, official announcements about the signing are yet to be made. What do you think about this potential Misfit signing? What are your thoughts on Jake ‘The Viking’ becoming a boxer now? Let us know in the comments.

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