Scott McHugh Calls Out Eddie Hall for Bare-Knuckle Fight

Scott McHugh says he would fight Eddie Hall under bare-knuckle rules if the money is right, putting the strongman-turned-boxer on notice days before McHugh headlines BKB 60. McHugh, a five-time BKB champion known as "The Mute," defends against Rolando Dy for the Police Gazette diamond super welterweight title on October 10, and he used the build-up to address chatter about a potential Hall crossover.

"If that fer hits you, you go to sleep. Look at size of him. One punch can change anything in this game. But look at him. If he hit you, Eddie Hall, you'd be fed. You'd be dead," McHugh said. "Money's right, I'll fight Eddie Hall bare-knuckle. Mate, I would. I'll fight anyone."

Why Eddie Hall Is Suddenly in the Bare-Knuckle Conversation

Eddie Hall has been floated as a bare-knuckle prospect since photos of him alongside McHugh surfaced on Hall's social media back in May. The former World's Strongest Man has already dabbled in both MMA and gloved boxing, most notably losing a point decision to Tommy Fury in a Misfits Boxing bout that drew heavy attention. Hall reportedly expressed curiosity about trying bare-knuckle after that experience, and McHugh's willingness to take the fight gives the idea its first real foothold with an actual opponent attached. Nothing is booked, but McHugh's comments confirm there is mutual interest, at least from his side, in making it happen.

Meanwhile, Hall and Fury are expected to run it back, possibly in December, though not against each other. MFB figurehead Mams Taylor confirmed fresh matchups are coming for both men. "We'll announce this in due course, but we're looking forward to working with Tommy and Eddie again soon," Taylor said. "And there is a whole host of other fighters that will be out again soon, some new and some familiar faces as well."

What a McHugh vs. Hall Fight Would Mean for Bettors

A McHugh-Hall bare-knuckle fight, if it ever materializes, would be one of the most lopsided styles-make-fights propositions in the sport right now. Hall's raw power and size would make him a live threat to end things early regardless of his lack of bare-knuckle reps, which is exactly why McHugh is framing this as a payday rather than a measuring-stick fight. Expect any opening line, whenever it surfaces, to reflect that split: McHugh as the betting favorite on skill and experience inside the Trigon, but with Hall drawing real moneyline traction purely off one-punch power and public name value. Until BKB or MFB actually puts pen to paper, this stays a talking point rather than a wagering opportunity, but it is the kind of crossover fight that would move money fast given Hall's drawing power from the Fury bout.

For now, McHugh's focus is Rolando Dy and the diamond super welterweight title at BKB 60 on October 10. Win that, and his leverage for a bigger-money fight, Hall or otherwise, only grows.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Scott McHugh agree to fight Eddie Hall?

Scott McHugh said he would fight Eddie Hall bare-knuckle if the money is right, though no fight has been booked between the two.

What is Scott McHugh's next fight?

Scott McHugh defends his Police Gazette diamond super welterweight title against Rolando Dy at BKB 60 on October 10.

Will Eddie Hall and Tommy Fury fight again?

MFB figurehead Mams Taylor said Eddie Hall and Tommy Fury are both expected to compete again soon, potentially in December, but against new opponents rather than each other.