With Liz Truss versus Tom Newton Dunn, and Mick Lynch versus Grant Shapps packing the undercard, SW1’s Fight Night final now has its main event: Prime Ministerial prizefighter Boris Johnson taking on the Brexit Bruiser Nigel Farage. Speaking at The O2 Arena over the weekend after YouTuber KSI’s back-to-back victories in the ring, Farage was asked if he could ever see himself lacing up a pair of gloves. While he claimed his age might limit his potential, he admitted he has got one opponent in mind:
“Oh, I could deal with [Boris]… Boris, if you’re listening now, let’s do it.”
As of next week, Boris will have a bit more time on his hands. Time to pump some iron and get training. Nige is waiting…