Alex Pereira backs his coach for Misfits fight vs former Andrew Tate rival

Last Sunday, Cruz took to social media to call out Chase DeMoor for a Misfits Boxing clash, writing: “I thought you had finished your studies, but I’ll take you back to school kid, let’s scrap at Misfits Boxing. Chama”.

Pereira quickly showed his support, responding publicly: “I’d like to see this fight”.

The exchange comes weeks after DeMoor reacted to footage of Pereira discussing Cruz’s potential return, stating: “I’ll beat him up and then his fighter next.”

The back-and-forth has built momentum around a possible bout, with Pereira’s backing adding further attention to the potential match-up.

Chase DeMoor presents difficult challenge despite Plinio Cruz experience

DeMoor represents a significant test if the fight materialises.

He is the current Misfits Boxing heavyweight champion, holds a 5-1 record within the promotion and is ten years younger than the Brazilian coach.

The American also defeated Andrew Tate, who has an important kickboxing background, by majority decision in December 2025, boosting his profile in crossover boxing.

While Cruz brings fighting experience, the physical disparity and his ongoing weight loss process could make this a very challenging match-up.