After months of speculation, Andrew “Cobra” Tate is officially making his way back into the fight game. The outspoken internet figure and former kickboxing world champion is set to compete under the Misfits Boxing banner later this year.
As reported by The Mirror, Tate will headline Misfits Boxing 23 on December 20 in Dubai, where he’ll face Chase DeMoor in a bout for the organization’s heavyweight championship. The fight marks Tate’s long-awaited return to professional combat sports, more than a decade after his kickboxing career came to a close.
Andrew Tate returns to the ring to challenge Misfits Heavyweight Champion Chase DeMoor for the title! 👑 pic.twitter.com/NQZGjSgTFW
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Grudge Match With Darren Till Put on Ice
Fans had expected Tate’s comeback to involve a heated grudge match with former UFC title challenger Darren Till, who recently transitioned into influencer boxing. The two have traded barbs on social media for months, and Till previously claimed the matchup was “75% done,” suggesting it was close to becoming reality.
However, the deal appears to have fallen through. Tate has instead opted to challenge DeMoor — a move that effectively sidelines Till for the time being.
The British fighter won’t be entirely absent from the event, though. Reports indicate that Till will also feature on the Misfits 23 card, though his opponent remains unconfirmed.
Chase DeMoor: The Unbeaten Heavyweight Force
Tate’s opponent, Chase DeMoor, brings a solid resume to the ring. Known for his size and athleticism, DeMoor remains unbeaten across nine combined exhibition and professional outings, with six stoppage victories in that span. He last competed earlier this year against Efrain Carranza Gonzalez, a contest that ended in a draw but kept his record intact.
DeMoor’s activity level is another talking point — he has already competed five times in 2025, cementing his reputation as one of Misfits’ most active and entertaining heavyweights.
While DeMoor represents the newer generation of influencer boxers, Tate enters as a four-time kickboxing world champion looking to test his skills under boxing rules. His transition from traditional striking to the influencer boxing scene has been widely discussed, with fans divided on how his technical experience will fare against the younger, more physically imposing DeMoor.
Tate’s decision to “snub” Till surprised many, as the former UFC contender had built momentum after his exhibition win over Luke Rockhold this past August. Following that fight, Till hinted that both Tate and Carl Froch were on his radar, the latter being a retired boxing champion who briefly entertained the idea of a comeback for a Misfits bout.
The Misfits 23 event is positioned as the organization’s year-end showcase. With Tate and DeMoor leading the card, and Till expected to feature in another high-profile matchup, Dubai is set to host one of the most talked-about influencer boxing nights of the year.
For Tate, the upcoming fight is more than just another payday — it’s a return to the ring where he built his reputation long before his online fame. Whether his timing and technique still hold up against a powerful, active opponent like DeMoor remains to be seen.
