UFC lightweight veteran King Green received a harsh lesson in “real boxing” during a live-streamed sparring session with top junior welterweight contender Arnold Barboza Jr. However, Green quickly turned the tables once the fight hit the mat.
Coming off a strong sparring session against Antonio “Bang” Williams, Green headed to Barboza’s gym expecting a casual workout. Unaware that he was sharing the ring with an elite world-class boxer, Green found himself completely outmatched on his feet. Despite holding a natural weight advantage, the MMA fighter struggled to connect as Barboza smoothly controlled the distance, picking Green apart with crisp combinations and clever movement.
After admitting he took a genuine beating in the boxing ring, Green was not ready to leave empty-handed. He challenged the professional boxer to a quick grappling roll.
Barboza playfully demanded a two-week training camp before reluctantly accepting the challenge. Once on the mat, the skill gap in ground control became instantly clear: Green submitted the boxer twice within seconds, delivering a stark reminder of the lethal versatility that MMA fighters possess.
