when Jake Paul When he made his debut in a white-collar boxing match against Deji Olatunji in 2018, everyone assumed it was a one-off. Surprisingly, six years later, the YouTuber-turned-boxer has a professional boxing career with a record of 9-1, with six knockout wins. However, there is a common pattern in his boxing records: either retired MMA legends or boxers past their prime. In fact, when facing a boxer of his own age, he lost by UD to Tommy Fury. But “Problem Child” has one thing that many veteran fighters don't: the ability to speak well. As a YouTuber with a large social media influence, he brings attention to the sport. No doubt, he can sell more pay-per-views than most veteran fighters. Still wondering? What else could explain why 58-year-old Mike Tyson would want to face “Problem Child”?
Jake Paul, the troublemaker who dreams of one day becoming a world champion, has criticised elite boxers. Ryan Garcia And the undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez. “Logan will fight Floyd and I'll fight Canelo and we'll show the world why I'm the greatest sports story of all time. See you soon, Saul.” He wrote about X once. Unfortunately, Canelo will not accept the proposal. He still feels he has a couple of good fights left against seasoned professional fighters. That won't stop Paul from challenging the best, though. What's frustrating is that fans are still waiting for his calls for elite boxers to turn into actual fights. In a recent interview with Viva La Stool, he certainly showed some humility, naming four boxers he wouldn't call out.
As expected, “problem children'' are frightened!
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The former Disney star isn't as bold as he's making people feel on social media. In a recent interview, he took reality into account and named a few fighters he won't be facing anytime soon. Let's start with the obvious ones who will be ruled out due to their weight and size. “I don't want to fight a heavyweight. Tyson Fury or Anthony Joshua“, Jake Paul said this, understanding that his opponent's height and weight advantages could work against him.
Who do you think Jake Paul should face next?
Being matched up against a fighter in a weight class close to his own, he denied facing a fighter with the same amount of pressure as: David Benavides And two-time undefeated champion Oleksandr Usyk. But one fighter who terrifies Paul is current interim light heavyweight champion David Benavidez. Speaking glowingly about his skills as a boxer, Paul said: “David Benavidez is a guy who just keeps coming forward and applying pressure. You can't slow him down, he changes stances and throws explosive punches. He's a threat and that's why he's my favorite fighter.”
It's no wonder he finds Benavidez scary. Why else would a boxer like Canelo Alvarez set an astronomical $200 million to fight Benavidez, the mandatory challenger? Perhaps it's partly a fear that he won't be able to retire as an undefeated champion. Who knows?
Meanwhile, Jake Paul is preparing for his mega fight with Mike Tyson on November 21 and considers his upcoming bout with Mike Perry to be a warm-up bout. Jake Paul's disrespect was evident when he disparaged Perry in another interview not long ago.
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Jake Paul's pre-game swearing takes an unexpected turn
Speaking to Ariel Helwani, Jake Paul's approach to psychologically destroying his opponents took an uncomfortable sexual turn. “I want to be entangled with you forever. If that's what you want, I'll hit you with my little palm.” Paul said, surprising the BKFC fighter.
“I'm ready to go all the way. You say your hands are bisexual, but mine are all types of sexual. Tris, bisexual, Azul, pansexual.” Paul added, further emphasizing the sexual overtones of the conversation.
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It may not be surprising to some that Jake Paul is using shock and awe tactics to drum up interest in the bout. As an influencer, he knows exactly what gets people's attention. It remains to be seen whether Paul will stick to the theme of bizarre stories in his upcoming press conferences.
Do you think Jake Paul would win the fight against Mike Perry? Also, can you name a professional boxer who would give Jake Paul a hard time? Let us know in the comments below.