KSI is just weeks away from a highly anticipated boxing match against Dillon Danis, set to take place on March 29 at the AO Arena in Manchester. But while the build-up to the fight has been filled with trash talk and hype, KSI is now facing a barrage of criticism online over his apparent lack of progress in boxing fundamentals.
Before we proceed, let’s understand the problem with KSI’s boxing technique, or lack thereof. It’s not that he can’t throw hands; it’s just how they flail about like kites in the wind when he tries to. His elbows are never tucked, and his backlift is too exaggerated. He also barely has a base, and as a result, has no power in his shots.
Fans had imagined that after his loss to Tommy Fury in 2023, the YouTuber-turned-enterprenuer-turned-boxer would have taken some steps to work on and improve his skills. But that’s on them for having such high expectations.
Regardless, since Misfits made the mistake of posting KSI’s heavy bag session on social media accounts, this is on them.
The footage showed KSI swinging wildly at the bag, throwing sloppy punches with his elbows flaring out—a fundamental mistake that leaves him open to counters and drains his energy faster than necessary.
Fans are fed up and pointing the blame directly at KSI’s trainers, accusing them of either being incompetent or exploiting his fame and fortune without truly helping him improve.
The underlying sentiment? KSI is being let down by the very people who are supposed to be elevating him to the next level.
Frustrated at this lack of improvement, one fan commented, “Still doing the exact same things… His coaches are genuinely either God awful or scamming him.”
Another virtually threw up as he said, “This genuinely looks so bad.” The criticisms didn’t stop there.
From, “My god this dude has how much money for the best training, has been training for years, and still can’t throw proper punches?” to “I’m a big fan of KSI since 2017 but bro pls change coaches or dun fight at all.”, the post had people begging KSI to change or just stop.
As the fight against Danis approaches, the question remains: Will his power and cardio be enough to secure a victory, or will his lack of technique be his downfall?
‘The Nightmare’ doesn’t seem to be too worried, though.
But maybe he should be, since he believes he’s been preparing for this fight like the undisputed light heavyweight champion, Dmitry Bivol.
Pereira power + Bivol Style = KSI
Last week, during the press conference for his fight against Danis, KSI claimed he punched harder than Alex Pereira, much to his opponent’s annoyance. Imagine thousands of people watching the event thinking Danis is the saner of the two.
But if that wasn’t enough, the PRIME co-owner bragged about developing a new style that mimics Bivol’s Soviet-style boxing.
The claim had fans questioning whether the Brit was trolling or if he actually meant it.
Bivol’s style suits taller fighters, with excellent footwork, a slightly bladed stance, and jab-heavy combinations. From what fans have seen from the Brit in the past, he doesn’t possess any of these traits.
Regardless, he said, “I’ve switched it up a little bit, I’ve created more of a hybrid….I guess similar to how Bivol fights, that’s kind of like the look that I kinda want. And I’m excited to showcase the skills I’ve been working on.”
So, having watched the video, how do you rate KSI’s style on a scale of your uncle at Thanksgiving to Dmitry Bivol?
