Despite Jake Paul Appealing for It to Be Called a “No Contest”, Conor McGregor Praises KSI for the Controversial Knockout Win

In recent years, celebrity boxing has taken the combat sports world by storm. An increasing number of YouTube stars are stepping into the ring to test their mettle. Among the pioneers of this movement is KSI. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has become a household name for his foray into the boxing realm.

KSI‘s latest bout was against Joe Fournier at the MF & DAZN: X Series 007 in London. It proved to be yet another eventful chapter in his boxing career. At 29 years old, KSI showcased his boxing prowess in the match held at London’s iconic Wembley Arena. However, the ending of the fight was not something anyone could have expected.

Conor McGregor reacts to KSI’s controversial finish

Throughout the first round, KSI landed significant punches, displaying his power and technique. Further, in the second round, he unleashed a colossal overhand right at Fournier. Fournier was unable to evade the blow. However, controversy ensued when KSI‘s attempted right hook inadvertently struck Fournier‘s head with his elbow.

The force of the strike sent Fournier crashing to the canvas, leaving him unable to recover before the referee’s count. Following the match, KSI addressed the controversial finish in a post-fight interview, denying that he had intentionally stopped Fournier with his elbow. Despite the unusual conclusion, the victory was officially awarded to KSI. KSI‘s rival Jake Paul expressed his opinions that the fight should have ended in a no-contest.

The excitement surrounding KSI’s boxing endeavors has attracted the attention of many, including MMA superstar Conor McGregor. A fan posed a question to McGregor, asking for his views on KSI’s finish. McGregor responded with enthusiasm, stating, “I seen it, I liked it. He goin’, fair play, KSI.”

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No one expected McGregor to side with KSI in this controversy, as the majority of the fans believe that officials should not have given the win the KSI.

When KSI called out Conor McGregor!

Also, the reason why McGregor’s opinion on this matter was surprising because of his past with KSI. The two personalities have not had a smooth relationship, and KSI has even called McGregor out once. Rewinding to the beginning of the year, KSI had beef with McGregor’s friend Dillon Danis.

McGregor jumped into the fight to side with Danis, which triggered KSI to call the Irishman out. “I was gassed, I was like ‘Oh, rah, Conor tweeted at me?’ Jake has been on Conor’s a*** but Conor’s said nothing. After I flatline Jake, how cool would it be to have a go at the king?”

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With his recent comments, it seems like Conor McGregor has put his differences with KSI in the past. What do you think about this? Let us know in the comments below.