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From Vine to the Boxing Ring
Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, has come a long way since his days making videos on Vine. In 2018, he ventured into the world of boxing with a win over Deji, the younger brother of fellow YouTuber KSI. Since then, he has turned pro and has had a string of high-profile fights.
A Dominant Record
Paul has been a dominant force in the influencer boxing sphere, boasting an impressive record of 7-1-0. He has won his first six fights before suffering his first defeat in a split-decision loss to Tommy Fury in February 2023. However, he bounced back with a unanimous decision win over UFC legend Nate Diaz in August 2023.
A Big Draw and Big Earner
Not only has Paul been successful in the ring, but he has also been a big draw for pay-per-view events. He has earned tens of millions from his fights, with his loss to Fury alone netting him $30 million (£23.6 million). His success has shaken up the boxing world, and he has his sights set on becoming a world champion one day and fighting the likes of Canelo Alvarez.
From Fighter to Promoter
In addition to his boxing career, Paul also owns Most Valuable Promotions and has helped organize major women's boxing events. He was involved in the Madison Square Garden showdown between Paul's fighter Amanda Serrano and Ireland's Katie Taylor, which is considered one of the biggest ever women's boxing events.
A List of Opponents
Paul has faced a variety of opponents throughout his boxing career. Here are some of the notable fighters he has fought:
AnEsonGib
Paul started his professional career by knocking out fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib in Miami in January 2020. Despite predictions that the fight would be closely contested, Paul dominated and forced the referee to stop the match after three knockdowns.
Nate Robinson
In his next fight, Paul faced former NBA basketball star Nate Robinson and delivered a brutal second-round knockout. The knockout became a viral sensation and was likened to a "Hood fight" by music legend Snoop Dogg.
Ben Askren
Paul followed up his victory over Robinson with a first-round finish against retired UFC welterweight Ben Askren. He made quick work of the former champion, knocking him out in under a minute with a vicious one-two combo.
Tyron Woodley
Paul's toughest fight to date was against Tyron Woodley, a former UFC champion. Their first showdown went the distance, with Paul securing the win by split decision. In the rematch, Paul knocked out Woodley in the sixth round with a massive right hand.
Anderson Silva
In October 2022, Paul achieved his biggest win to date by defeating UFC legend Anderson Silva. He won the fight by unanimous decision, scoring a knockdown in the eighth and final round. This victory marked the first time Paul defeated an opponent with prior professional boxing experience.
Tommy Fury
Paul faced professional boxer Tommy Fury, the half-brother of Tyson Fury, in his next fight. Unfortunately, he suffered his first defeat in a split-decision loss in February 2023.
Nate Diaz
Paul bounced back from his loss to Fury with a unanimous points win over Nate Diaz in August 2023. He dominated the fight and knocked Diaz down, winning almost every round.
What's Next for Jake Paul?
Paul's next fight is against Andre August at the Caribe Royale Orlando in Florida on December 15, 2023. The fight is scheduled to start at 1am GMT and will be shown live on DAZN. It is an eight-round bout at cruiserweight. Paul is determined to continue his path to becoming a world champion and is ready to take on any opponent, whether they are a professional boxer or a five-time UFC champion.
