Julien Kang Dominates Debut in 'I Am Boxer' with Devastating Knockout!

tvN's sports entertainment show 'I Am Boxer' has kicked off with a bang, centering its premiere episode on the formidable presence of Julien Kang.

The first episode, aired on the 21st, featured the Canadian personality Julien Kang stepping into the ring for a 1-on-1 unlimited boxing match against the 130kg heavyweight boxer Song Hyun-min. Despite the apparent disadvantage in weight class, the outcome was a complete reversal.

Julien Kang confidently declared, "I'm quite tall, so I might have an advantage over others. I love boxing. I want to show the spirit of a fearless boxer, one who never gives up." As soon as the bell rang, he utilized his long reach, unleashing a barrage of jabs and powerful straight punches, cornering his opponent. The massive 130kg Song Hyun-min could only raise his guard, unable to mount a significant counter-attack.

Ultimately, Julien Kang emerged victorious after a one-sided bout. Post-match, Song Hyun-min admitted, "His punches were so heavy. Getting hit with those heavy fists in the face made me dazed. I've never been hit that hard in my life. I honestly thought I was being hit with a pestle and mortar." This single evaluation from a current heavyweight boxer perfectly encapsulates Julien Kang's striking power.

MC Dex, witnessing the fight, exclaimed, "I heard a 'crack' sound in the ring for the first time. 'Terrifying' is the most fitting description just to watch."

Julien Kang's decisive win perfectly aligns with the show's concept. 'I Am Boxer' is a massive boxing survival show designed by action star and 30-year boxing veteran Ma Dong-seok. It features 90 boxers competing for survival in a single ring, regardless of sport, weight class, experience, or profession. The premiere showcased a lineup of 'strong contenders' including Guk Seung-jun, Yoon Hyung-bin, Myung Hyun-man, Yuk Joon-seo, Julien Kang, Jung Da-un, Kim Min-wook, Kim Dong-hwe, and Jang Hyuk. The stakes were raised with the reveal of a 300 million KRW prize, a luxury SUV, and a championship belt for the ultimate winner.

The show introduced a 1-on-1 elimination format from the very first episode, with consecutive matches across nine rings. Boxers not called out by Ma Dong-seok are immediately eliminated, allowing only the survivors to advance.

Within this intense structure, Julien Kang made a significant impression in just his first match. He has successfully passed the initial test in a survival format that demands not just entertainment value, but actual striking, pressure, physical prowess, and mental fortitude simultaneously.

'I Am Boxer' airs every Friday at 11 PM. Attention is now focused on Julien Kang's next opponent and the potential matchups among the 'strong contender line' including Jang Hyuk, Myung Hyun-man, and Jung Da-un, as the dynamics of the ring unfold on Friday nights.

Korean netizens are expressing shock and excitement over Julien Kang's performance, commenting things like "Julien Kang is seriously strong," "This is the real deal," and "LOL, Song Hyun-min's interview saying he thought he was hit by a pestle and mortar." They are impressed by his overwhelming skill and the show's raw authenticity.