In a bold move that’s sure to spark debate, Chase DeMoor has fired back at Darren Till’s recent criticism of his fight with Andrew Tate, while also setting his sights on a potential showdown with Francis Ngannou. But here’s where it gets controversial: DeMoor isn’t just defending his performance—he’s openly questioning whether Till is ready to step into the ring with him, suggesting it could be a career misstep for the former UFC star. Let’s dive into the details and unpack the drama.
Following his victory over Andrew Tate at Misfits Mania, Darren Till didn’t hold back, slamming both the fight and DeMoor’s performance, even claiming he ‘unlearned’ aspects of fighting by watching it. In response, DeMoor didn’t shy away from addressing Till’s remarks, blending respect with a healthy dose of confidence. ‘I like Darren Till—he’s a good guy in person,’ DeMoor told MMA Fighting. ‘But let’s be real, he talks a big game. He’s clearly angling for a high-profile fight, and I get it—that’s his style. During my fight with Andrew, I even caught him ringside and gave him a little smirk, knowing full well he’d been gunning for that Tate matchup himself.’
And this is the part most people miss: Till had been vocal about wanting the Tate fight, even claiming on podcasts that it was his. But Misfits Boxing promoter Mams had other plans, stating he needed two pay-per-view stars and wasn’t keen on pairing them. DeMoor didn’t mince words: ‘If Till wants to fight me, he’s welcome to it. But let’s be clear—it’ll play out just like the Tate fight. Fans will hype him up, but once we’re in the ring, it’ll get ugly. I’ll make it ugly, like I always do. And in the end, everyone will see Till struggle against someone with a 90-inch reach.’
DeMoor’s confidence isn’t unwarranted. Since January 2024, he’s gone 10-0-1, capturing and defending the Misfits heavyweight title twice, including his win over Tate. But despite his dominance, he’s not sold on a Till matchup being the right move—for Till or for Misfits. ‘I respect Darren, but I’d tell him straight up: this isn’t the fight for you,’ DeMoor explained. ‘Mams offered it to me for next year, but I told him, “If you want stars, stop sending them my way.” This isn’t MMA—Till doesn’t have kicks or grappling to rely on. He’d be throwing punches against someone with a massive reach advantage. It hasn’t worked out for anyone else, and I don’t see it working for him.’
Here’s the real question: Is DeMoor dodging Till, or is he simply being strategic? He insists it’s the latter, pointing to bigger names that excite him more. ‘Tommy Fury would be a great fight for me,’ he said. ‘I’m serious about transitioning to pro boxing, vacating the influencer title, and facing real boxers. Guys like Anthony Joshua are fighting Jake Paul—why not me?’
But the name that’s really turning heads? Francis Ngannou. Yes, that Francis Ngannou—the former UFC heavyweight champion who’s shared the ring with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. ‘I’ve seen him fight the best, and I know the risks,’ DeMoor admitted. ‘But that’s exactly why I want it. I need a challenge. The Tate fight was the first time in a while I went the distance, and even then, I dominated. I want to be tested. I want to see if I can reach my full potential—or get knocked out trying. Either way, we’ll know my limit.’
Now, here’s the controversial take: Is DeMoor biting off more than he can chew with Ngannou? Or is he the underdog we didn’t know we needed? Let’s not forget, Jake Paul fought Anthony Joshua—so why not DeMoor vs. Ngannou? Sound off in the comments: Who do you think would win, and is DeMoor making the right call by eyeing bigger challenges instead of Till? The debate is on!
