UFC legend Mark Hunt makes a BEAUTIFUL confession as he takes on Sonny Bill Williams ahead of their fight – revealing he accepted the fight because “I was on the couch eating cheesecake and pies”.
- Mark Hunt was sitting on the couch eating cheesecake and cake when he got the call
- UFC legend admits he wasn’t aware at press conference it was an 8-round bout
- Hunt has already lost 20kg and says he will be even lighter in the fight
- Sonny Bill Williams admits he’s “concerned” about the KO power Hunt is carrying
UFC legend Mark Hunt has deserted journalists at the press conference to promote his upcoming heavyweight boxing match against Sonny Bill Williams on November 5 at Sydney’s Ken Rosewall Arena.
Known for his incredible knockout power, the “Super Samoan” was asked if he had a prognosis for the end of the planned eight-ball.
“I’m pretty bad at predictions, to be honest,” Hunt said, smiling to himself. “I didn’t know it was eight laps but hey – I’m always up for a challenge.”
Sonny Bill Williams (L) and Mark Hunt (R) face off prior to their November 5 heavyweight duel. Hunt dropped a hilarious bombshell when he revealed he didn’t know the fight was scheduled for eight rounds until told at the press conference
Hunt (pictured fighting Paul Gallen in 2020) says he will be in much better shape for his upcoming fight against Sonny Bill Williams – having already lost 20kg
The MMA great, who has fought the likes of Brock Lesnar, Alistair Overeem and Stipe Miocic, was asked why he decided to take on the boxing match with Williams and he’s rocked the room again.
“I was sitting on my couch eating cheesecake and cake and gaining a little weight when I got the call. It gives me a chance to get better, and Sonny is no slouch.
“If he wants my name, he must earn it. I still love to compete. Always have. I’m a fighter at heart. I’m always up for a challenge and will give 100 percent.”
Williams (pictured here knocking out AFL greats Barry Hall earlier this year) has been training in the UK with heavyweight boxers Tyson Fury and Joseph Parker for some time
Williams will step into the ring for the first time since his knockout win over Barry Hall in March, while Hunt has not had a fight since losing a points decision to Paul Gallen in December 2020.
Hunt, who appears to be taking the fight very seriously, tipped the scales at 157kg when called up and is now down to 137kg – and expects to be lighter than ever when he steps into the ring against Williams.
The MMA legend says he even gave up his beloved KFC.
“Obviously I had to give it up,” Hunt told Daily Mail Australia. “I’m a fan of a lot of bad foods, but I’ve had to give them up.”
Hunt says he was eating cheesecake and cake on his couch when he was called to the fight and sees it as a great way to heal
Hunt says he takes Williams very seriously — especially after seeing his quick knockout against Hall earlier in the year.
“He hung out with Tyson [Fury] and Joe [Parker] – It doesn’t get much better than that,” he said of the current heavyweight champion and his compatriot Kiwi Parker, who fought for the title.
“I’m glad Sonny picked me to gain some legitimacy, he gets full credit for that.”
Williams has no illusions about the threat Hunt poses — even at the age of 48.
Williams is undefeated in the boxing ring and has shown he can end fights. He admits he’s concerned about Hunt’s knockout power but hopes to implement his own game plan
“Of course I’m worried about his power, I won’t lie. But that’s exactly why it’s exciting. So it’s going to be a great night. It’s going to be a battle over who can execute their own style,” he said.
“I’m undefeated in the boxing ring. When we get in there, there are no subtleties.”
“He’ll try to take me out and I’ll try to do the same. ‘
“It’s a delicious competition and I look forward to the challenge. I’ll be in there to win.”
Sonny Bill Williams vs. Mark Hunt will stream exclusively on Stan Event on November 5th.
