Billionaire Elon Musk has invited Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg to a boxing match at Musk’s home once Zuckerberg returns from his current trip. The invite appeared on Musk’s X page, the platform formerly known as Twitter, where he shared the plan publicly.
Zuckerberg responded by challenging him to name the location. Musk replied that the offer was contingent on Zuckerberg returning from his travels, and he suggested they could schedule a fight once Zuckerberg is back. The exchange has kept fans guessing about whether this bout will actually take place.
Earlier, Zuckerberg said he was open to fighting Musk on a date that worked for both sides. He even floated August 26 as a potential date and expressed support for charity through a UFC-style showdown, a concept proposed by UFC President Dana White. Musk, however, cited a back and neck issue from a prior wrestling incident as a reason to delay. He also proposed the possibility of a smaller, practice-style event in Zuckerberg’s backyard to test their approach before any larger contest.
The idea for a high-profile match began when Musk criticized the launch of Meta’s Threads app, viewing it as a direct copy of Twitter. He also suggested that Zuckerberg’s involvement with Threads could reflect a broader attempt to shape online communication—an issue Musk has publicly raised in relation to platform control and freedom of expression.
At this stage, there is no official confirmation of when or where a fight would occur. Both men have kept the details largely private, and any arrangements would require coordination among sponsors, venues, and broadcasting partners to reach a wide audience while ensuring safety and legal compliance.
In the public narrative, the back-and-forth has been framed more as a spectacle than a straightforward competition. Still, observers note the event would attract significant attention from tech enthusiasts, sports fans, and the media, given the personalities involved and the potential charitable angle that has been discussed in relation to the match.
There is no indication that either Musk or Zuckerberg has faced legal penalties related to this matter beyond general commentary and the initial online banter. The situation remains fluid, and updates are expected as both parties weigh the feasibility, timing, and format of any possible showdown.