On 13 June 2026, Manchester’s OA Arena will play host to one of the most intriguing and strangest crossover boxing bouts in recent years. Tommy Fury (brother to Tyson Fury), the unbeaten 11-0 boxer, will step into the ring to take on the 2017 World’s Strongest Man, Eddie Hall. This will be the Misfits Boxing main event, billed as Beauty vs The Beast. In this preview, you can find out everything we know so far: the date, fight format, both fighters’ backgrounds, and a full tale of the tape. In addition, we’ll share how to watch it in the UK and give our honest take on how this one might play out.
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall – Fight Overview
- Date: Saturday, 13 June 2026
- Location & Venue: AO Arena, Manchester
- Event: Misfits Boxing 23 – Beauty vs The Beast
- Fight Type: Heavyweight exhibition (does not count on either pro record)
- Rules: 6 rounds x 2 minutes, 12oz gloves, no weight limit
The Beauty vs The Beast tag is well picked and practically writes itself. The photogenic Fury has built an impressive resume, stacking high-profile boxing wins and even appearing on the hit TV show Love Island. In the other corner, there’s Eddie Hall, a 23-stone legendary strongman. The storyline for this fight is super intriguing for fans because of the intersection between two disciplines – traditional boxing and the strongman world. Whether that will make for a good fight is up for debate, but the spectacle is undeniable.
Who is Tommy Fury?
While the bulk of his CV is built outside the ring, Fury is 11-0 in boxing with 4 KOs to his name. He came up through reality TV and picked up real boxing credibility by beating Jake Paul (the latter’s first defeat in 2023) and added another victory over YouTube’s superstar KSI later that year (by decision).
His last outing was a unanimous decision victory over Kenan Hanjalic in May 2025. From a stylistic standpoint, Tommy Fury is a textbook technical boxer: jab-led, light on his feet. Tyson’s brother possesses very solid cardio and ring IQ, rather than trying to overpower his opponents with concussive hits. The KO ratio tells that story. Four KOs in 11 tries is a modest result for a heavyweight, but a win is a win nonetheless.
Who is Eddie Hall?
If you‘re moving house, you‘d definitely want Eddie Hall to give you a hand. One of the most decorated strongmen of his generation, Hall won World’s Strongest Man in 2017 at his 6th attempt. In addition, he was the first man to deadlift 500 kg, and holds personal bests of 405 kg in the squat and 300 kg in the bench press.
Since retiring from strongman competitions, Hall has been drifting between MMA and boxing. His one professional boxing outing ended in a TKO loss to Hafthór Július Björnsson (the Mountain from ‘Game of Thrones) in 2022. He fared better in MMA – KO’ing Mariusz Pudzianowski in April 2025. Hall expects to hit the ring in June at 150 kg (330 lbs), a whopping 130 lbs more than Fury. Power is the entire pitch for Hall. Technique? Less so.
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall: Tale of the Tape
| Fighter | Tommy Fury | Eddie Hall |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 11–0 (4 KOs) in pro boxing | 0–1 in pro boxing; 1–0 in MMA |
| Background | Pro boxer; reality TV (Love Island); Tyson Fury’s brother | Former World’s Strongest Man (2017) |
| Weight (est.) on fight night | ~208 lbs (94 kg) | ~330 lbs (150 kg) |
| Strengths | Hand speed, footwork, jab | 500 kg deadlift; one-punch power |
| Experience | 11 pro bouts incl. wins over Jake Paul & KSI | 1 pro boxing bout (loss to Björnsson, 2022) |
Fight Rules & Format (Misfits Boxing)
The bout will be contested over 6 rounds (2 minutes each) with 12oz gloves and no weight limit. It’s an exhibition match under Misfits Boxing rules and won’t count towards the either athlete’s professional records. The format is worth noticing, because the rules can be telling on how the night might play out.
Two-minute rounds favour Hall. Strongmen build their physiques for short, explosive efforts, not long aerobic grinds. Thus, trim a minute off a round, and it means that Hall has to push hard for less time. In addition, 12oz gloves slightly dampen the impact of punches, working against the better boxer (Fury). The former reality TV star will have a harder time trying to score a clean stoppage on a much larger opponent.
That said, rules still favour Fury overall. Twelve total minutes of action is no joke, especially when you weigh 330 lbs and have to move around the ring, keep your hands up and chase a moving target. Cardio at that body weight can prove to be the most important aspect. Fury’s jab-and-move template is exactly what can expose a gassing opponent.
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall: Key Points Before the Fight
Here are the most important points to know before fight night. Experts agree that these can be deciding factors for spectators and bettors, too.
Massive Weight Gap
The expected 130 lb gap is one of the most extreme mismatches in the modern crossover boxing scene. For context, that’s roughly the difference between a middleweight and a super-heavyweight.
Boxing Skill vs Raw Power
The narrative is apparent at first glance in the fighter’s portfolios. Fury brings the technical foundation: footwork, jabs, head movement and cardio. Hall brings devastating KO potential. If even a single right hand can land cleanly, the size difference could mean it’s going to be all she wrote. The question is whether Hall can land that shot on an elusive target.
Is this a Real Fight or Just Entertainment?
Pioneered by YouTube sensations KSI and Jake Paul, Misfits Boxing has built a firm reputation in the world of influencer/crossover boxing space. The fights are real, and the punches are too. However, the format of these events is built around entertainment rather than sporting integrity. Thus, treat it accordingly. It’s sport-adjacent entertainment, not a title bout between two Hall-of-Fame-worthy boxers.
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall Prediction
Let’s look at the ways to victory for each contestant. After that, we’re going to give you our expert prediction for this fight.
How Tommy Fury Wins?
The most likely Fury win route is the obvious one: stay long, lead with the jab and circle around Hall to drag him into later rounds. By round 4 or 5, a 23-stone mountain with a limited boxing background will definitely be much more vulnerable. From there, Fury is likely to either coast to a decision victory or, if Hall drops his guard, look for an early KO stoppage.
How Eddie Hall Wins?
While Hall’s path to victory is narrower, it’s very real. He needs to close the distance and take initiative early. Cut off the ring and land one or two clean shots before the cardio bill is due. The 12-oz gloves and shorter rounds give him a window of opportunity. If he does catch Fury cold in the first rounds, the bout could end abruptly.
Expert Prediction
If we‘re being honest and impartial, on paper, Fury looks to be the more probable winner. Boxing pedigree, conditioning and an 11-0 record are all in his favour. A points decision feels like the most probable outcome, according to most analysts, with a late stoppage as the secondary scenario.
Thais said, calling this a foregone conclusion would be a reckless mistake. Hall has devastating power that anyone, regardless of their track record, must respect. In recent years, crossover boxing has produced a large chunk of upsets.
Anything can happen on 13 June, particularly in a Misfits Boxing-type format. If you’re considering betting on this fight, do it within your means and only with money that you can afford to lose. Odds reflect implied probabilities, not certainties.
Where to Watch Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall?
UK viewers have a few options to follow the action live. First and most obvious is buying an admission ticket to attend the event live. Tickets for the AO Arena in Manchester are available via AXS and the venue’s official site. Floor seats are 18+ only, and an adult must accompany under-14s in tiered seating.
If you want to watch the event live at home or while on the go, you’ll need DAZN PPV. DAZN is the official UK broadcast partner for Misfits Boxing. You can become a subscriber to have all PPV bouts included. The stream will be available via the DAZN app on Smart TVs, mobile devices, browsers or even gaming consoles.
FAQ
When is Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall?
The fight is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 13 June 2026. The full undercard typically begins early evening, with the main event ring walks expected around 10 pm BST, depending on the broadcast schedule.
Where is the Fight Taking Place?
As part of Misfits Boxing 23, the bout will be held at the AO Arena in Manchester. The venue can hold around 21,000 spectators and has hosted several major Misfits cards in recent years.
Is Eddie Hall a Professional Boxer?
Not really. Hall has one pro fight on his record – a TKO loss to Hafthór Björnsson in 2022. He is not an active professional boxer, but has spent meaningful time in the MMA scene.
Who is the Favourite to Win?
Most experts and our books expect Fury to come as the pre-fight favourite, given his boxing experience and an 11-0 record. Hall is generally positioned as an underdog, with narrower paths to victory. As always, treat this with a grain of salt and do your own research before guessing or wagering.
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