KSI gets brutally roasted by battle rapper REN DMC on Britain's Got Talent. Watch the viral clash over his music and boxing career.
- April 13, 2026
AceShowbiz - KSI faced a harsh verbal onslaught from battle rapper REN DMC during a recent episode of Britain’s Got Talent, creating a viral moment that quickly divided fans online.
The intense exchange began as soon as REN DMC took the stage, armed with sharp bars aimed squarely at the show's judges. However, it was his pointed attack on KSI’s music and boxing career that drew the most attention.
REN DMC delivered a biting line: "I heard that you do boxing now. I know why you hit your opponents, because you can't make a hit in your music." The crowd reacted audibly as he followed up by calling KSI "the worst thing in rap since Ant and Dec," a jab that stunned the audience and judges alike.
What truly made the moment unforgettable was KSI’s stone-faced demeanor throughout the roast. Despite the crowd’s reaction and the judges’ amusement—Simon Cowell laughing heartily, Amanda Holden clearly entertained, and Alesha Dixon joining in with light-hearted quips—KSI remained visibly unamused, eventually hitting his buzzer to end the performance prematurely.
Reactions on social media were swift and mixed. Many viewers criticized KSI for his lack of response, questioning if he could handle the heat of a battle rap. Comments ranged from amusement at the roast to disappointment in KSI’s subdued reaction, with some fans calling for his removal from the show.
However, the story took a surprising turn after the audition concluded. KSI openly praised REN DMC for his bold performance, acknowledging the skill and courage it took to deliver such harsh material in front of a massive live and televised audience.
“Oh, you know what? I give it to him. He smashed it,” KSI admitted, showing a more relaxed and appreciative side. He emphasized that while REN DMC was clearly "cooking" him on stage, he respected the rapper’s talent and humor, adding, “I don’t take myself too seriously.”
The incident highlights the competitive yet humorous nature of battle rap and how public figures like KSI navigate criticism in the spotlight. Fans continue to debate whether KSI’s reaction was appropriate, but his post-show comments suggest he understands the spirit of the roast.
Overall, REN DMC’s performance on Britain’s Got Talent left a lasting impression, not only for his sharp bars but also for the way it exposed a different side of KSI — one that can accept a joke and respect a rival’s craft.