The combat sports world is buzzing as Darren Till opens as a -260 betting favourite against former UFC champion Luke Rockhold (+220) for their Misfits Boxing 22 headliner on August 30. But the real surprise? The stacked card also features viral sensation Salt Papi taking on Tony Ferguson in what promises to be a striking masterclass.
Co-Main Breakdown: Salt Papi’s Precision vs. Ferguson’s Chaos
While Till-Rockhold dominates headlines, the Salt Papi vs. Ferguson matchup presents a fascinating style clash:
| Factor | Salt Papi | Tony Ferguson |
| Striking Style | Technical counter-boxing | Unorthodox pressure |
| Key Weapon | Left hook to body | D’Arce choke (in MMA) |
| Odds | -180 | +150 |
| X-Factor | 5-inch reach advantage | Legendary durability |
Why This Matters
Ferguson’s move to influencer boxing after six straight UFC losses signals a career pivot, while Salt Papi looks to prove his knockout of Josh Brueckner wasn’t a fluke. As seen in their faceoff, Ferguson’s trademark intensity remains despite the rule change.
Updated Main Card Odds
| Fight | Favorite | Underdog |
| Till vs. Rockhold | Till (-260) | Rockhold (+220) |
| Salt Papi vs. Ferguson | Salt Papi (-180) | Ferguson (+150) |
| Astrid Wett vs. Elle Brooke | Wett (-120) | Brooke (+100) |
Rockhold’s Last Stand?
The former UFC middleweight champ faces career-defining stakes:
- 0-4 since 2022 across MMA/bareknuckle
- 3 KO losses in last 5 fights
- 40-year-old making pro boxing debut
“This isn’t just a fight – it’s about proving I still belong at this level,” Rockhold stated at media day, his surgically repaired orbital bone now fully healed.
How to Watch
Misfits Boxing 22 will stream live on DAZN PPV globally. Early prelims start at 6PM BST, with main card at 8PM from Manchester’s AO Arena.
