Speculation around a celebrity boxing matchup is heating up once again, as Blueface and Nick Young are reportedly on course to settle things in the ring next year. According to an exclusive report from AllHipHop founder Chuck Creekmur, the two California natives are moving toward a potential bout slated for March 2026.
While concrete details remain scarce, the renewed momentum has fans believing this fight may finally become reality after years of stops and starts.
Details Still Under Wraps, but Momentum Is Real
At this stage, there’s no confirmed venue, official date, or promotional banner attached to the fight. Still, the fact that discussions are ongoing — years after the original plan fell apart — suggests both sides are serious about making it happen.
This wouldn’t be the first time the rapper and former NBA star tried to line things up. Their previous attempt fizzled out, but persistence on both ends is fueling confidence that this time could be different.
Blueface Confirms Talks on Livestream
Adding credibility to the report, Blueface himself addressed the matchup during a livestream with popular streamer N3on back in November. When asked whether he planned to step back into the boxing ring, Blueface didn’t hesitate.
“Perfect timing,” he said. “Nick Young, Swaggy P — we already got it lined up. He getting the first issue.”
He went on to suggest that March or April was the target window, which aligns closely with the new reporting and further reinforces the idea that this fight has been quietly coming together behind the scenes.
A Fight Years in the Making
Fans may recall that Blueface and Nick Young were initially set to face off in September 2022. That bout ultimately fell through after Blueface was informed by the California State Athletic Commission that his professional boxing license would not be approved until he appeared before the board at a later date.
Around the same time, Blueface was also dealing with highly publicized personal issues involving his then-girlfriend Chrisean Rock. While it was never officially confirmed that those events led to the cancellation, the timing raised plenty of eyebrows.
Trash Talk, But No Real Bad Blood
Following the canceled bout, Nick Young didn’t shy away from throwing a few verbal jabs, suggesting Blueface may have backed off. Despite the comments, the rivalry never escalated into serious animosity.
Blueface, for his part, talked his share of smack as well, but the situation always felt more playful than personal — more spectacle than genuine hostility.
All Signs Point to 2026
Now, with both men still expressing interest and reports pointing toward early 2026, it appears the long-delayed showdown could finally materialize. If things continue trending in this direction, fans may soon see one of hip-hop’s most controversial figures and a former NBA sharpshooter lace up the gloves at last.
For now, anticipation continues to build — and this time, the odds feel better than ever that the bell will actually ring.
