Former kickboxing world champion Andrew Tate, notorious for his sharp tongue and his powerful fists, has recently been thrown more punches by life outside the ring than inside it. Freshly released from a stint in jail, Tate is stirring up the internet, not with another one of his controversial statements, but with a video that is perplexingly defiant.
The footage features him, gloves on, practicing punches on boxing pads with his dedicated trainer. Accompanied by a cryptic caption, “No such thing as ‘retired’ when coach comes to visit you.”
The video has made torrents of speculation in the online community. What does this mean for the outspoken former kickboxer’s future?
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Fan reactions to Andrew Tate’s training video
Stepping back into the world of combat, Andrew Tate’s recent video showcases him in a training session, punching boxing pads with his coach. This glimpse into his current activities has raised the question of whether he is planning a comeback to professional fighting, which would undoubtedly be a significant turn of events given his recent legal troubles.
No such thing as “retired” when coach comes to visit you. pic.twitter.com/BEIfXuIM2P
— Andrew Tate (@Cobratate) May 10, 2023
Following this intriguing development, fans from around the world flooded the comments section of his post with their reactions. Daniel Berezhnoy commended Tate’s tenacity with comments such as, “Still got that dawg in him.” This sentiment suggests that some fans believe Tate’s fighting spirit remains intact, regardless of his recent personal challenges.
Still got that dawg in him pic.twitter.com/BnYMq7BarO
— Daniel Berezhnoy (@DanielBerezhnoy) May 10, 2023
✳️☆JACK☆✳️ questioned excitedly, “Are you planning on getting back in the ring Tate?” indicating the anticipation some fans hold for a potential return.
Are you planning on getting back in the ring Tate?
— ✳️☆JACK☆✳️ (@JackzMind) May 10, 2023
Echoing a sentiment of admiration, anonymemphis.eth noted, “No matter where you are, he came to visit you. That is all that matters,” applauding the evident bond between Tate and his coach.
I think this one is better. No matter where you are, he came to visit you. That is all that matters.
— anonymemphis.eth (@anonymemphis) May 10, 2023
However, the video wasn’t free from criticism. Another user pointed out, “Mate this is absolutely dreadful technique. Not even being mean but this is bad,” criticizing Tate’s boxing technique in the footage.
Mate this is absolutely dreadful technique. Not even being mean but this is bad.
— chase the sun (@Ar88E) May 10, 2023
Despite the critique, other fans liked adding a different spin to the conversation, MMA_Kirby proposed a lucrative matchup, writing, “Just imagine how many sales Tate Vs Jake would do? Definitely enough to help with your legal problems and more.”
This comment not only fuels the speculation about Tate’s potential return but also alludes to the financial benefits it could bring.
Just imagine how many sale Tate Vs Jake would do? Definitely enough to help with your legal problems and more.
— MMA_Kirby (@_MMA_Kirby) May 10, 2023
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The anticipation, critique, and potential financial implications of a comeback are all part of the complex narrative surrounding Tate’s current situation. As fans, the question now is: Will he step back into the ring, or is this simply an impressive display of his unyielding spirit?
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Only time will tell. Until then, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Do you believe Andrew Tate should make a return to professional fighting, or should he choose a different path? Let us know in the comments below.
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