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Tony Ferguson Stops Salt Papi

Originally posted on BoxingNews.com | Last updated Aug 30, 2025 8:21 PM ET

Tony Ferguson stopped influencer Salt Papi in the third round at Misfits Boxing 22, as you can see how the fight played out.

Ferguson, the former UFC interim lightweight champion, entered the ring following a difficult period in his career, having lost his last eight MMA fights, most recently a decision to Michael Chiesa in August 2024. Despite these struggles, the fight against Salt Papi marked a new chapter.

Meanwhile, Salt Papi, a seasoned Misfits boxer with a record of 3 wins and 2 losses, was facing what was arguably his toughest opponent to date. He had recent victories over Amadeusz Roslik and Kenny Ojuederie, however, he came up short this time. Here is how the fight played out.

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Tony Ferguson vs. Salt Papi Live Round 1:

Ferguson starts with body shots, feeling out Papi. But before they can really get going, a fight breaks out in the stands.

Meanwhile, Papi finds his range with straight lefts and lands a HUGE left hook that rocks Ferguson. …
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Tony Ferguson vs. Salt Papi Live Round 2:

Ferguson comes out aggressive, pushing Papi against the ropes with a flurry of jabs and body shots. Papi fires back, landing some good body shots and straight lefts of his own.

Ferguson lands some clean rights over the top, but Papi…
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Tony Ferguson vs. Salt Papi Live Round 3:

Ferguson starts the round with a HUGE left hook to the dome of Papi, and the crowd goes wild! His pressure is relentless, mixing up his combos and finding a home for his jabs and straight rights.

Papi's lefts are still finding a… https://t.co/0HEn5Yy5uz
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