Jordan McCann quits boxing after KO defeat to UK's Hardest Man

Jordan McCann has officially QUIT boxing just days after losing to the 'UK's Hardest Man.' The Manchester rapper was struggling to see out of his right eye and when the fight was paused in the second round for it to be inspected, the doctor had no option but to wave off the contest, handing Big Stacks the win.

The roots of the grudge match trace back to an incident during the build-up to Tommy Fury's bout with former World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall. Tensions flared when Big Stacks exchanged words with Tyson Fury's brother Shane, prompting McCann—who was competing on the undercard—to intervene and strike Stacks. That physical confrontation resulted in a split lip and dental damage for Robert, prompting promoters to book a sanctioned settlement in the squared circle. According to reporting from Daily Express, the subsequent fight week remained relatively calm compared to their historical animosity, but the action inside the Newcastle venue proved decisive.

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When the opening bell sounded, Big Stacks capitalized immediately on his physical stature. Using his size advantage, Robert repeatedly landed crisp jabs that troubled the Manchester rapper. By the second round, McCann was struggling to see out of his right eye. Officials paused the contest to allow a ringside doctor to inspect the damage, and the medical professional waved off the bout, handing Big Stacks his first victory under the promotional banner. For Robert, the win served as crucial redemption after his previous Misfits appearance had been derailed by the injuries he sustained during the initial backstage fracas with McCann, which had forced a modification to a body-shots-only contest against Armz Korleone.

Days after the stoppage, McCann took to social media to display his battle scars and confirm his retirement from the sport. According to coverage by the Mirror, the rapper reflected candidly on his short stint in the ring. Calling himself the worst boxer that ever lived, McCann stated that the culture of targeting individuals, calling people names, and online bullying associated with fight promotions did not align with his lifelong values. He emphasized that he earned good money from his two appearances but intends to return his absolute focus to his music career.

The wider Misfits Boxing event featured a stacked card of influencer and crossover bouts, drawing combat sports fans via DAZN subscriptions. The broadcast schedule offered a varied lineup connecting professional sporting backgrounds with internet celebrity culture.

For now, the Mirror reports he is turning his back on the squared circle to focus entirely on his music, bringing an abrupt halt to an eventful chapter in crossover boxing.