Jake Paul puts boxing career on the line against Nate Diaz
YouTube sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul is set to face UFC star Nate Diaz in a highly-anticipated boxing match this weekend. Paul, who recently lost to Tommy Fury, will take on Diaz for the first time in a bid to solidify his boxing career.
Will a loss lead to retirement?
A loss to Diaz could potentially mark the end of Paul's boxing career. According to Paul's business partner, Nakisa Bidarian, if he loses, he may consider retiring and transitioning into being just another boxing prospect.
Paul vows to settle the score in decisive style
Paul has been involved in a long-standing feud with Diaz and has expressed his intention to defeat him in a definitive manner. He has confidently stated that he will "kill" Diaz in the ring.
Date, Time, and Venue
The fight between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz is scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 5th. The undercard fights will begin at 1am BST, with the main event expected to start around 4am BST. The venue for the fight is the American Airlines Centre in Dallas, Texas.
How to watch the fight
The Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight will be available for live streaming on DAZN PPV. In the UK, viewers can purchase the PPV for £14.99 on top of a standard DAZN subscription. Subscriptions to DAZN start at £9.99-a-month and there is also a flexible pass available for £19.99-a-month, which allows cancellation at any time.
What to expect at the weigh-in
Both fighters successfully made weight during Friday's weigh-in. Jake Paul weighed in at 185lbs, while Nate Diaz came in at 184.9lbs.
Fights on the undercard
Aside from the main event, there are several exciting fights on the undercard, including Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy for multiple featherweight titles.
The trainers
Jake Paul is advised by boxing legend Shane Mosley and trained by Theotrice Chambers of the famous Kronk boxing stable. Nate Diaz is trained by his long-time boxing coach, Richard Perez.
Recap of Paul and Diaz's recent fights
Jake Paul was defeated by Tommy Fury in his most recent fight, while Nate Diaz secured a win against Tony Ferguson in his final UFC fight. Diaz ended his UFC career to focus on conquering the world of boxing.
Pre-fight comments from Paul and Diaz
Jake Paul has expressed his determination to prove himself as a serious boxer and settle his feud with Diaz. In response, Diaz has claimed that he is the "King of combat sports" and intends to defeat Paul before returning to reclaim his UFC belts.
