Wayne Bridge faced off with KSI (Image: Getty)
Wayne Bridge’s ex-girlfriend Vanessa Perroncel has brutally hit back at after the YouTuber-turned-boxer made several cruel jokes about the French model’s alleged affair with John Terry
On Monday, Bridge announced he was just two days after it was announced at Misfits 20. The former and defender signed on for the March 29 bout, but has now withdrawn after comments made by the social media star. KSI – real name Olajide Olatunji – fuelled the fight last Saturday when he taunted Bridge about his ex-girlfriend’s alleged affair with Terry.
In a post uploaded to on Tuesday morning, Vannessa – who shares son Jayden with Bridge – seemingly referenced KSI’s vile comments in her latest post. Sharing a rather cryptic quote with followers, the 49-year-old wrote: “The smallest minds often come with the biggest mouths.”
During a tense and heated face off on Saturday, KSI attempted to get under Bridge’s skin by bringing up the former footballer’s past.”Aren’t you the guy that let John Terry smash your ex?” To which Bridge replied: “You want to go there straight away do you?” The YouTuber continued: “I’m pretty sure that’s what you’re known for.” He then started a shocking and cruel chant that went: “Vanessa woah, Vanessa woah”.
Following the intense face off, Bridge released a statement online insisting that he’ll do everything he can to protect his family. In a statement, he wrote: “I’m sure a lot of you have seen what happened on Saturday night at the Misfits Boxing event. Firstly, I think it’s important that I explain my reason for accepting the fight. I always like to challenge myself. This felt like a good opportunity to go up against an interesting opponent on a big stage. I have always loved boxing as part of my everyday training routine. I was fully prepared to train hard and have some fun. Of course, I expected to face some criticism, but I feel like what was said on Saturday crossed a line.
“These are deeply personal comments that affect mine and other families involved in the situation. I’m a family man first and my priority is protecting them. My opponent is someone that many children look up to around the, including my kids. I hope one day he will look back on this differently. I personally don’t want to be involved in these exchanges. I will no longer be fighting on March 29. I’m still looking out for my next big challenge and have some exciting things coming up in 2025. Thanks for all the love. The support has been overwhelming. I want my friends and family to know how special they are. Deep down I know this is the right thing to do.”