Things got explosive at today’s pre-fight press event as tensions boiled over between Richardson Hitchins and George Kambosos Jr. in what quickly escalated from a standard face-off into a near full-blown brawl — complete with shouting, shoving, and even a chair almost being thrown.

The two fighters, set to clash in a highly anticipated showdown, gave fans a taste of the fireworks to come — and it nearly turned physical before anyone even entered the ring.

 The Face-Off That Went Too Far

It started with the usual face-to-face: cold stares, intense body language, and jawing back and forth. But when Hitchins leaned in a little too close and reportedly muttered something under his breath, Kambosos snapped.

Within seconds, the two fighters were in each other’s faces, security rushing in as voices raised and hands twitched. Kambosos had to be physically held back as he shouted across the stage:

“You don’t belong in there with me! I’ll expose you!”

Hitchins, unfazed and smirking, fired back:

“You’re yesterday’s news. I’m your retirement fight.”

Just as tensions seemed to calm, Hitchins reached toward a chair behind him — sparking chaos. Security immediately swarmed the stage, removing the chair and separating both camps. No punches were thrown, but it came very close.

 Trash Talk Turned Personal

This isn’t just about belts or rankings anymore — it’s personal.

Hitchins, undefeated and confident, has been calling Kambosos “overrated” and “a hype job living off one win” — a clear jab at Kambosos’ upset over Teofimo Lopez. Meanwhile, Kambosos sees Hitchins as an unproven loudmouth who’s never faced adversity.

“He’s a protected fighter. He’s never been in the trenches like me,” Kambosos told reporters.
“Let’s see how he reacts when it gets bloody in there.”

Hitchins responded later on X (formerly Twitter):

“He talks war, but folds under pressure. I’m going to retire him in style.”

High Stakes, Bad Blood

Both fighters have a lot on the line. Hitchins is looking for a signature win to push himself into the title conversation. Kambosos, a former unified lightweight champion, is trying to rebuild his momentum and prove he’s still elite.

The animosity between them has turned this into one of the most anticipated grudge matches of the year.

And after today, fans are convinced: this fight is going to be war.

 Final Thoughts

From verbal warfare to near-physical chaos, the Hitchins vs. Kambosos build-up has hit a boiling point. What was supposed to be a routine media day turned into a viral moment that’s only added fuel to the fire.

A chair nearly flew today — fists definitely will on fight night.