🥊 Rumoured MMA Challenge: Lee Andrews Responds to Alex Reid Comments

By Daniel Brooks • Entertainment & Celebrity News
Date: January 30, 2026

Former model and television personality Katie Price has found herself at the centre of fresh headlines after a spirited response from her new husband, Lee Andrews. The businessman publicly reacted to comments from Price’s ex-husband, former MMA fighter Alex Reid, who questioned aspects of Price’s recent wedding.

👤 What Sparked the Exchange

Earlier this week, Alex Reid — who was married to Katie Price from 2010 to 2012 and is a former professional cage fighter — made public remarks about Price’s recent wedding to Lee Andrews. Reid described the marriage as “irresponsible” and criticised its rapid pace, raising concerns about its impact on Price’s family and children.

Lee Andrews, 41, did not let the remarks pass quietly. In a statement shared with media outlets, he expressed that he was ready to defend Price’s honour — even suggesting a hypothetical mixed martial arts match between himself and Reid, to take place “anytime, anywhere.” The proposed locations ranged from Britain to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

🥊 Lee’s Response and Intentions

Although Andrews is not a known MMA professional, he indicated he has some experience in sparring, boxing and general physical fitness. In outlining his proposed challenge to Reid, Lee emphasised that he envisions the encounter in a five-round MMA setting similar to an Ultimate Fighting Championship format.

He also suggested that proceeds from a potential match could be used to support Katie Price and chosen charities, framing the idea in a positive, community-focused way rather than purely confrontational terms.

A muscular man in red swim shorts standing on a sandy beach.

📝 Background on All Parties Involved

Katie Price, 47, married Lee Andrews in a private Dubai ceremony earlier this year, just days after they met — a fact that generated considerable media attention and conversation.
Alex Reid, 50, was Katie Price’s second husband and is widely recognised for his past career as a professional cage fighter.
Price’s marital history and high-profile relationships have often featured in public narratives, and this exchange highlights how past and present connections still attract attention.

Katie Price and Lee Andrews embracing.

💬 A Note on Tone and Perspective

Neither Katie Price nor Alex Reid has confirmed that any formal fight is being arranged. At this stage, Lee Andrews’ comments can be seen as a bold and spirited response to criticism — rather than an official athletic challenge.

What the interaction does underscore is the continued public interest in Price’s personal life and the reactions it generates from those in her wider orbit.

Alex Reid and Katie Price attending the Keep A Child Alive - Black Ball in London.

⭐ Key Takeaways

🗣️ Lee Andrews responded to comments from Alex Reid by suggesting an MMA-style match.
🔄 The exchange came after Reid criticised Katie Price’s recent wedding.
🥋 Andrews proposed that any potential event could benefit charity and Price’s causes.
📌 No official fight plans have been confirmed; the situation remains speculative.