Boxing has always been a sport that brings people together, whether it’s to witness a display of raw athleticism or to root for their favorite fighter. However, in recent years, a new trend has emerged – influencer boxing. From YouTubers to TikTokers, these social media stars have stepped into the ring and attracted a massive audience. But with fame and fortune comes controversy, and the latest uproar involves Kingpyn Boxing.
Just a few weeks before their tournament, the Professional Boxing Association (PBA) suspended their license. Was it due to unfair practices, safety concerns, or something else entirely? The suspension has sparked a heated debate among boxing enthusiasts, with some arguing that this is a necessary step to maintain integrity in the sport while others believe that the PBA’s decision is unwarranted.
Mixed fan reactions emerge after sanction withdrawal
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Fans of influencer boxing have been buzzing with reactions after the Professional Boxing Association (PBA) withdrew its sanction from Kingpyn’s upcoming tournament and suspended its promoter’s license until further notice. The news was shared on Twitter by @HappyPunchPromo, sparking a range of responses from fans.
BREAKING: The PBA has withdrawn sanction from Kingpyn’s tournament and has suspended their promoter’s license until further notice pic.twitter.com/LFBPdMGTKj
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunchPromo) April 5, 2023
Some speculated about what the decision might mean for the future of influencer boxing. “Misfits Boxing will be around for years GIB and The Wade Concept made a big mistake now they will have to go to Creator Clash or they are finished. There aren’t any other promotions. Don’t bite the hand that feeds you 😬,” warned @OfficialBPlus.
Misfits Boxing will be around for years
GIB and The Wade Concept made a big mistake now they will have to go to Creator Clash or they are finished. There aren’t any other promotions.
Don’t bite the hand that feeds you 😬
— ️️ ️️️️️️️️️ ️️ ️️ ️️. (@OfficialBPlus) April 5, 2023
Some fans expressed skepticism about the motives behind the decision. “Mams Taylor and KSI definitely behind this sabotage lol, someone explain to me why PBA won’t suspend Misfits too and only KingPyn?” tweeted @PhishFood88.
Mams Taylor and KSI definitely behind this sabotage lol, someone explain to me why PBA won't suspend Misfits too and only KingPyn?
— PhishFood (@PhishFood88) April 5, 2023
Others, however, saw the decision as a sign of much-needed regulation in the world of influencer boxing. “Glad to see there still some regulation and restrictions. Influencers been trying to turn boxing into a money farm. Global titans, kingpyn, fanmio ect,” wrote @Screw_Doo.
Glad to see there still some regulation and restrictions. Influencers been trying to turn boxing into a money farm. Global titans, kingpyn, fanmio ect
— Option (@Screw_Doo) April 5, 2023
Meanwhile, some fans took the opportunity to assert the dominance of Misfits Boxing, which has emerged as a major player in the world of influencer boxing. “Well that proves it misfits still the king of influencer boxing lmao 🤣,” tweeted @LincolnDavison.
Well that proves it misfits still the king of influencer boxing lmao 🤣
— Lincoln George Brian Wildey Davison (@LincolnDavison) April 5, 2023
While @ANGUIANOABRAM suggests that influencers should just go to Misfits instead of creating their own promotions, tweeting, “Bro they should just all go to misfits instead of them making their own boxing org promotion.”
Bro they should just all go to misfits instead of them making their own boxing org promotion
— Spartan117 (@ANGUIANOABRAM) April 5, 2023
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Overall, the decision by the PBA to suspend Kingpyn’s license and withdraw its sanction from the upcoming tournament has sparked a range of reactions from fans of influencer boxing, highlighting the intense interest and passion that surrounds this rapidly-growing phenomenon.
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What do you think about the recent developments in the world of influencer boxing? Do you think the suspension of Kingpyn’s promoter’s license and withdrawal of the PBA’s sanction was fair? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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