The world eagerly awaits what will happen next with Musk and Zuckerberg's "cage match."
This physical confrontation between Tesla's Elon Musk and Meta's Mark Zuckerberg emerged into the public conversation on June 21st when Musk declared his readiness to enter the cage with Meta's founder.
Shortly after Musk's claims, Zuckerberg shared a cryptic Instagram response, noting "Send me location," a phrase popularized by former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, only heightened the suspense.
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The mixed martial arts (MMA) dare laid down by Musk has set the betting world on fire. Despite being issued just 48 hours prior, early predictions have rolled in, favoring the Meta CEO. Sports betting firms and odds compilers are backing the tech billionaire with a 77% likelihood of victory.
Zuckerberg, who stands 5 feet 7 inches tall (around 170cm), has been publicly practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since September 2022. His dedication bore fruit in May when he secured top positions in two white belts lightweight division BJJ tournaments.
Zuckerberg's performance elicited compliments from UFC boss Dana White and the ex-UFC featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor, among other prominent sports figures. A simple online search reveals several of Zuckerberg's training videos, hinting at his commitment and strength.
Musk, in contrast, boasts a more imposing figure and height at 6 feet 1 inch (around 185 cm). While there is limited information on his physical fighting skills, he recently divulged his past involvement in "real hard-core street fights" in his homeland of South Africa.
Adding humor to his daily routine, Musk mentioned that he consumes a donut every morning, declaring that he's "still alive." He also hinted at his signature move, dubbed "The Walrus," which involves lying on top of his opponent and remaining inactive.
Breaking down the odds reveals an enticing profit potential. A successful $1 bet on Zuckerberg could yield a return of $1.20, whereas a winning Musk bet could quadruple the stake.
However, not everyone is holding their breath for this fight to materialize.
It is worth noting that this is not the first time Zuckerberg and Musk clash. They famously argued in 2017 over the implications of artificial intelligence, with Musk criticizing Zuckerberg's understanding of the subject as "pretty limited."
Thus, while the prospect of a Musk-Zuckerberg showdown excites fans and bettors alike, the outcome remains as unpredictable as the match itself.
