Misfits Boxing 22 Brings Chaos With MMA Legends Crossing Over
This weekend in Manchester, England, the spotlight shifts from traditional MMA cages to the squared circle as Misfits Boxing 22 takes over. For fans of combat sports, it’s one of those nights where curiosity meets nostalgia. Familiar names from the UFC will step into a boxing ring, and while some of the matchups feel unpredictable, the chaos is exactly what people have come to expect from Misfits events.
The headline bout features Darren Till against Luke Rockhold, two former UFC middleweight stars who’ve now decided to test their striking in pure boxing form. Till, who is undefeated in his first two Misfits appearances, has shown surprising comfort in the ring since leaving MMA behind. He enters the fight with swagger and heavy hands, which have always been his strongest weapons. Across from him stands Rockhold, once a UFC champion and a fighter best known for his kicks. That’s what makes this move fascinating: his success historically came from blending kicks and punches, but now he’s stripped down to just his fists. At 40 years old, his durability has been questioned in recent years, and that could be his biggest challenge against a younger, aggressive Till. Oddsmakers have heavily favored Till, and with good reason, though Rockhold’s counter game could make things interesting early. Still, the biggest question lingers—can Rockhold’s chin hold up?
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The co-main event brings even more intrigue, but also a little sadness for longtime MMA fans. Tony Ferguson, once one of the most feared lightweights in the UFC, makes his boxing debut against internet star Nathaniel “Salt Papi” Bustamante. Ferguson is chasing redemption after eight straight losses to close out his UFC career. He’s 39 now, and while his heart and wild fighting style have always been his trademarks, time seems to have caught up with him. Salt Papi, despite his influencer background, actually has the most boxing experience of the headliners. Many expect him to handle Ferguson, but some fans can’t help but root for Tony to finally break his losing streak. It may take a miracle, but there’s still hope that “El Cucuy” can find a win.
Elsewhere on the card, Dillon Danis returns, and though he’s not well-loved among fans, he’s expected to handle Warren Spencer with ease. Spencer even admitted publicly that he wouldn’t be able to resist a takedown attempt. If that’s true, the fight may not last long, with Danis likely securing a quick submission.
Beyond the headliners, the undercard is filled with colorful names from entertainment, reality TV, and influencer circles—Joey Essex, Chase DeMoor, and Demi Sims, among others. That mix is what makes Misfits Boxing so unique. It’s not about polished rankings or title belts. It’s about unpredictable moments, unexpected matchups, and the spectacle of seeing fighters and personalities you never thought would share a ring.
So when Misfits Boxing 22 begins on DAZN, fans won’t just be tuning in for technical brilliance. They’ll be watching for the drama, the chaos, and maybe—just maybe—the chance to see a few aging legends find one last spark under the bright lights.
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