EDDIE HEARN does not want to be involved in 'cringe YouTube boxing' anymore
Hearn was a Matchroom promoter and he hosted a professional bout in 2019 between Logan Paul, a social media sensation from America, and KSI, aka the UK YouTube star.
Hearn hosted KSI vs Logan Paul 2, Los Angeles
Logan, Logan's older brother, has fought Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition bout since the fight between the YouTubers.
Jake, his younger brother, made his professional debut at Hearn's stage. He has since gone on to become a professional boxer and worked with Nate Robinson, AnEsonGib and Ben Askren.
On August 29, Tyron Woodley, a former UFC welterweight champion, will be his next opponent.
Hearn, who promotes boxing's greatest stars like Anthony Joshua, is trying to get away from YouTube boxing. He feels that "boxing must stand up and be heard".
TalkSPORT was informed by him that he was on the same side as Logan Paul when KSI vs Logan Paul took place.
"It's crazy and it seems like every week there's another YouTube fight.
"I have tried to get away from that because I believe boxing should stand up and be counted.
"And that's the only way we can do it is to fight great battles.
"Because we don't make great fighting, then what we see in terms of David Haye, Joe Fournier, Jake Paul and Floyd Mayweather vs Logan Paul will become more frequent, because they rate."
Hearn discredited the notion that YouTubers could engage in great fights.
Jake was the one that was highlighted by But, who is "putting in the work" to make his professional boxing career a success.
He said, "No, not really (don’t fight well).
"I don’t mind it, Jake Paul vs Tyron woodley, I don’t have an issue.
"Jake Paul is putting in the effort, he has now had three fights. He's fighting someone that can fight in some capacity, and he is a UFC champion.
"Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul were just a joke, as was David Haye vs Joe Fournier. But it's just a little bit of fun...
"Some people are willing to respect their legacy and others just want to make as much as possible.
"We only need to concentrate on boxing.
"The Josh Warrington card, Katie Taylor and Conor Benn. This is the fight between AJ and Usyk.
"We must deliver numbers to DAZN and our broadcasters, because otherwise broadcasters may be asking for YouTube fights. That's not something I want to be involved in.
"I have done it before, we had some fun, it wasn't hard at times, but it was enjoyable, I understand the need.
"But we have to focus on the sport and not just the other side. Otherwise, you'll see it more and more."
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