Ed Sheeran Calls Out Lewis Capaldi for a Boxing Fight

Ed Sheeran, the famous singer-songwriter, has issued a challenge to his music rival, Lewis Capaldi, for a boxing match. The unexpected announcement was made during a ringside interview at Katie Taylor's super-lightweight clash with Chantelle Cameron on Saturday night.

Sheeran's Ringside Experience

Sheeran was a special guest at the boxing event, enjoying a front-row view of the fights alongside Matchroom Boxing supremo Eddie Hearn. After Taylor's victory, Sheeran was asked about his own potential boxing career.

A Straightener with Capaldi

At first, Sheeran brushed off the idea and joked about fighting his own father. However, he soon revealed his interest in a match against fellow singer Lewis Capaldi. Sheeran expressed his willingness to step into the ring with Capaldi, saying, "Lewis, I'll f***ing have you, c**t."

Reactions and Speculations

Boxing fans quickly reacted to Sheeran's challenge, with some doubting his chances against Capaldi. Others imagined the scene of Sheeran entering the ring with his hit song "Shape of You" playing in the background. Many speculated that a match between the two musicians would sell out a venue like Croke Park.

Sheeran's Boxing Background

Although Sheeran had never attended a live boxing event before, he revealed that his grandfather was a boxer. He expressed his excitement about finally experiencing a live boxing match. Sheeran had initially planned to attend the undisputed heavyweight title fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury in 2021, but that match fell through.

Sheeran posed with Katie Taylor's super-lightweight titles after her historic win.