KSI's rise from YouTube Sensation to Boxing star: Record & Notable Fights

Olajide Olayinka Williams "JJ" Olatunji was born on 19 June 1993. He is famously known as KSI. Williams is an English internet personality, musician and professional boxer. He is the CEO of Misfits Boxing and the co-owner of Prime Hydration, XIX Vodka and also, owns a restaurant chain known as Sides. He is one of the most famous YouTuber in the world. He was born at London and raised in Watford, Hertfordshire, KSI has transcended the boundaries of being a traditional internet personality.

From Gaming to Global Stardom

KSI's online journey began in 2009 when he registered his main YouTube channel. Initially, he gained recognition for his gaming commentary videos, primarily focusing on the FIFA video game series. His witty humor and engaging style quickly drew a loyal following. Over the years, KSI's content diversified to include vlogs, comedy sketches, and music, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.

As of October 2022, KSI boasts over 41 million subscribers and an astonishing 10 billion video views across his three YouTube channels, solidifying his status as one of the most prominent internet personalities.

Early Life and Influential Family

KSI's early life is rooted in London and Hertfordshire, where he was raised by his parents, Jide Olatunji, who was born in Ibadan, Nigeria, and Yinka Atinuke, hailing from Islington, London. KSI and his family belong to the Yoruba ethnic group, reflecting his rich cultural heritage.

His educational journey led him to Berkhamsted School in Berkhamsted, where he crossed paths with Simon Minter, a future collaborator and fellow Sidemen member. The Sidemen, a collective of content creators, played a pivotal role in KSI's rise to fame.

Notably, KSI's younger brother, Deji Olatunji, is also a prominent YouTuber, and the brothers have held the distinction of being ranked first and second as the "UK's Most Influential YouTube Creators" by Tubular Labs in 2015.

The Entrepreneurial Spirit

Beyond his online presence, KSI is a visionary entrepreneur. He serves as the CEO of Misfits Boxing and co-owns various businesses, including Prime Hydration, XIX Vodka, and a restaurant chain known as Sides. His foray into entrepreneurship reflects his ambition and the ability to translate his online success into real-world ventures.

Music Maestro

KSI's talents extend to the world of music. In 2020, he released his debut studio album, "Dissimulation," which made a significant impact by debuting at number 2 on the UK Albums Chart. Following this success, he released his second studio album, "All Over the Place," in 2021, which debuted at number 1. KSI's music career has not only been well-received by fans but has also solidified his position as a versatile artist.

Boxing Glory

KSI's journey took an unexpected turn when he ventured into the world of professional boxing. In February 2018, he faced Joe Weller in a white-collar boxing match, garnering attention from both the online and boxing communities. This marked the beginning of his boxing career.

Notably, KSI engaged in two epic boxing events against American YouTuber Logan Paul. The second bout, a professional match, ended in KSI's favor via a split decision in November 2019, further establishing his credibility as a boxer.

In August 2022, KSI took on two opponents in a single night, rapper Swarmz and boxer Luis Alcaraz Pineda, showcasing his determination and skill in the ring. His boxing journey continued with matches against FaZe Temperrr and Joe Fournier in 2023. The highlight of his career was the much-anticipated fight against Tommy Fury, scheduled for October 2023. Both men will headline MF & DAZN: X Series 10 – The Prime Card on 14 October at Manchester Arena in Manchester, England.

KSI's professional boxing record

In KSI's 5 professional boxing matches, he has 4 wins and 1 No Contest.

Result	Opponent	Method	Round	Date	Location
No Contest	Joe Fournier	No Contest	Round 2	13 May 2023	Wembley Arena, London, England
Win	FaZe Temperrr	KO	Round 1	14 Jan 2023	Wembley Arena, London, England
Win	Luis Alcaraz Pineda	KO	Round 3	27 Aug 2022	The O2 Arena, London, England
Win	Swarmz	KO	Round 2	27 Aug 2022	The O2 Arena, London, England
Win	Logan Paul	Spilt Decision	Round 6	9 Nov 2019	Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, US

KSI's Amateur boxing record

Draw	Logan Paul	DecisionMajority	Round 6	Aug. 25, 2018	Manchester Arena in England
Win	Joe Weller	TKO	Round 3	3 February 2018	Copper Box, London