Boxing Victory, Baby Name Reveal
Tommy Fury Defeats Eddie Hall in Manchester Bout, Announces Son Midas' Name
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Tommy Fury beat Eddie Hall by majority decision on Saturday night at the AO Arena in Manchester, but the biggest moment came before a punch was even thrown. During his ring walk, Fury revealed the name of his newborn son — **Midas** — stitched in gold on his jacket and shorts, according to LADbible and The Mirror.
The six-round exhibition, dubbed "Beauty vs. The Beast," was sanctioned under Misfits Boxing rules. It does not affect Fury's professional record of 11-0, The Mirror confirmed.
Fury's Jab Wins the Night Despite 108-Pound Gap
The weight difference was staggering. Hall tipped the scales at 325.6 lbs at Friday's weigh-in. Fury came in at a career-high 217.5 lbs — a gap of 108.1 lbs, according to Evening Standard. To make the fight safer, organizers used six two-minute rounds instead of the standard three-minute rounds.
Despite Hall's size, Fury controlled the fight with his jab. He landed 52 jabs compared to Hall's 9, per DAZN punch stats. Overall, Fury connected on 84 of 192 punches (43.7%), while Hall landed just 39 of 145 (26.8%). The judges scored it 57-57, 59-56, and 58-56 in Fury's favor.
'Midas' Name Reveal Steals the Show Before the Bell
Fury and partner Molly-Mae Hague welcomed their second child on June 3, 2026. They kept the name a secret for ten days. Then Fury walked to the ring to "It's Coming Home" with "Midas" sewn in gold lettering on his kit, according to LADbible.
The name comes from the Greek legend of King Midas. Fury called the week "a huge blessing" that "can't be described as anything other" in remarks reported by The Mirror. Social media reaction to the name was mixed. Some fans joked they paid pay-per-view prices for a baby name reveal, The Mirror noted.
Crowd Boos the Decision as Hall's Camp Cries Foul
The announcement of Fury's win drew audible boos from the Manchester crowd. Many fans felt Hall's aggression and sheer size deserved a closer score — or even a draw, according to The Mirror. Hall's supporters pointed out he was never knocked down and stayed dangerous throughout all six rounds.
The event sat at the crossroads of sport and entertainment. Critics called it a "visual aberration" given the size gap. Promoters at Misfits Boxing leaned into the spectacle, using the baby name reveal as a marketing tool to draw in Molly-Mae's massive social media following, according to DAZN.
What Comes Next for Fury After the 'Beast' Is Tamed
Because the fight was an exhibition, Fury stays at 11-0 as a professional boxer. His next move is expected to be a return to cruiserweight bouts or a high-profile rematch. Jake Paul and KSI are both mentioned as possible targets, while former UFC fighter Darren Till is also named as a potential opponent, per talksport.com.
For Hall, the loss may open a different door. His ability to absorb punishment from a professional boxer has sparked interest in more "freak-show" heavyweight exhibitions or even a move into MMA, according to Fitness Volt.
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