Jake Paul suggests that Anderson 'The Spider" Silva, UFC legend, will be his next opponent. He also shows a 'pest control picture of himself

JAKE PAUL hinted that Anderson "The Spider", the UFC's greatest fighter, might be next in his fight. He showed a "pest control” picture of himself.

Silva, a YouTube boxing star turned to a fighter, was joined by Tommy Fury and is expected to take on him next.

Paul cryptically replied to the question after Bruno Machado, a Brazilian MMA champion, beat him on Floyd Mayweather’s recent undercard.

He uploaded a mocked-up image of himself as pest controller, making fun of Silva's "Spider” nickname.

Paul, 25 years old, recently announced that he would be returning to the ring on August 13th for his sixth professional fight.

Silva, 47, is now ready to go in the opposite corner, after praising Logan, 27, and the American.

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He stated, "It's possible. Respect the Paul brothers is essential.

"Those children are talented and have opened eyes to the positive and negative aspects of combat sports.

"I am preparing my body to take on a challenge. We'll see how it goes.

Paul fought Tyron Woodley in December, a quick-notice rematch. Fury, 23, was injured and pulled out with a broken bone.

Woodley was defeated by him, who had previously defeated Woodley on points in August.

It was KOs that were won over gamer AnEsonGib, an ex-NBA player Nate Robinson (37), and Ben Askren (37), respectively.

He has been criticised by his opponents for not being able to face a recognized pro.

Paul was due to attend his match with Woodley. However, celebrity rival Fury withdrew less than two weeks before.

Silva has won three boxing matches, including one against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., an ex-world champion.