KSI vs. Joe Fournier: When KSI returns to the ring at OVO Arena, Wembley on May 13, Joe Fournier—possibly his toughest opponent to date—is his opponent.
The YouTuber, who fought Joe Weller and Logan Paul in amateur matches in 2018, has been at the vanguard of celebrity crossover boxing.
Since then, interest has increased, and KSI has participated in three demonstration fights and fought Logan Paul in a professional match, triumphing by split decision in 2019.
In exhibition, amateur, or professional bouts, KSI has never lost, but Fournier appears to be going to be a very tough test.
In 2015, Fournier began boxing professionally and was signed by David Haye’s Hayemaker Promotions, which is run by the former WBA heavyweight and undisputed cruiserweight champion.
He prevailed in nine of his ten close battles before being forced to withdraw from boxing due to a scaphoid injury and transitioning to business.
In September 2021, the 40-year-old also faced Haye in an exhibition fight, which he lost by unanimous decision after eight rounds.
KSI has been open about his ambition to face Jake Paul in the future, but he must first get past this Fournier-shaped challenge.
Can I watch KSI v Joe Fournier?
Yes. The preliminary card will be streamed on YouTube and the main card will be broadcast by DAZN.
Are there any belts on the line for KSI v Joe Fournier?
No official belts are on the line for this exhibition bout but KSI will be defending the MF cruiserweight title.
What is KSI’s record?
KSI has fought on six occasions but has just one professional contest on his record.
He defeated Logan Paul by split decision after six rounds at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
In amateur contests, KSI has won one and drawn one, beating Joe Weller via TKO in round three at Copper Box Arena and drawing with Logan Paul at Manchester Arena.
The 29-year-old has three knockout wins under his belt in three exhibition matches, beating Swarmz, Luis Alcaraz Pineda and FaZe Temperrr.