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Tony Ferguson Retains Misfits Middleweight Title With Second‑Round TKO

Viral clips of replacement Mahmoud Sebie’s unusual in‑ring behavior have prompted public calls for an investigation.

Overview

  • The co‑main fight in Miami ended Saturday, Sept. 26, when Ferguson stopped Mahmoud Sebie by TKO at 0:42 of round two to keep the Misfits Boxing middleweight belt and improve to 3‑0 with the promotion.
  • Sebie took the bout on roughly four days' notice after Kenzo Biyong withdrew with travel issues and is a former Olympic Greco‑Roman wrestler with MMA experience.
  • Viewers and commentators flagged moments in the bout where Sebie stood with his hands down, appeared exhausted, or lowered his guard, and Ariel Helwani plus other fans publicly urged Misfits or regulators to investigate those clips.
  • Influencer boxer Austin McBroom entered the ring after the stoppage to call out Ferguson, and Ferguson said he wants another fight soon and has mentioned a possible return in December.
  • The result highlights how Misfits Boxing’s last‑minute opponent changes and entertainment focus can produce uneven contests, renew scrutiny over fight integrity, and shape near‑term matchmaking for crossover fighters rebuilding post‑UFC careers.