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Deji Olatunji Returns To Boxing Ring After Losing To Floyd Mayweather Last Year

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Deji Olatunji

Deji Olatunji is set to battle Swarmz at the Wembley Arena in London this weekend, News About Nigeria confirmed.

The Nigerian-American walks back into the ring after losing to Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition duel last year.

Though relatively new in boxing, the former YouTuber-turned-boxer is hoping to return in winning ways, having previously lost fights to Jake Paul, Vinnie Hacker and Alex Wassabi.

Deji has only won his fight against Fousey. He will now face rapper Swarmz, who was beaten by KSI last summer.

The fight is a four-round light heavyweight bout and will take place on Saturday, May 13.

Meanwhile, both fighters have claimed optimism ahead of the weekend tie.

Deji said that he is excited to be back, noting that he is confident in his abilities to win the fight because he has a great team around him.

On the other hand, Swarmz said many want to see him lose the fight but he plans on stealing the show.

“The odds are stacked against me; I am the underdog, but I plan on stealing the show. Just watch.

“Who’s ready for an upset?! Mad Man, Mad Man,” he added.

The match has stirred expectations by fans of both fighters. While many believe that the Nigerian (Deji), stand a better chance of winning, others are putting their bet on Swarmz to steal the day.

Deji, the younger brother of KSI was born on December 9, 1996 (26 years). He was formerly known online as ComedyShortsGamer or CSG for short. He is an English YouTube vlogger, musician, rapper, and now, a professional boxer.

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