KSI (4-1) and Danis (0-1) were initially supposed to fight in January 2023 in a six-round exhibition bout at 178 pounds. However, Danis withdrew from the bout 10 days prior and was replaced by gaming streamer FaZe Temperrr (Thomas Oliveira).

KSI and Dillon Danis exchanged taunts on social media following the announcement of their Misfits Boxing fight.

KSI is coming off a decision loss to Tommy Fury. He is set to fight Dillon Danis in his return, someone who most recently loss to Logan Paul.