JAKE PAUL was urged to fight Canelo alvarez NEXT, and then RETIRE from Boxing at age 25.
Recently, the YouTuber turned prizefighting star announced that he would be returning to fight in August. This has sparked speculation about his opponent.
Jake Paul and Anthony Taylor, his sparring partner
Paul has yet to fight an opponent that is recognized in the early stages his 5-0 career.
Anthony Taylor, his sparring partner, would like the American celebrity to rise to the top of food chains.
SunSport spoke with Taylor, 33: "Honestly, Jake would fight Canelo.
"Win or lose. Ride off into the sunset and retire to say, "Hey, I fought an international champion."
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"Even now, do it. Why not? You never know. Jake's performance has improved significantly since his last fight."
Paul called for boxing's No1 pound-for-pound fighter in the past, but he himself acknowledged that it would need to within the next few years.
Even then, it could seem almost impossible to bridge the gap in order to take on Canelo, 31.
Paul defeated Tyron Woodley (39), in their December rematch. They had previously won on points four years earlier.
FREE BETTING AND SIGN-UP DEALS - THE BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERINGSIt was KOs ahead of online rival 'AnEsonGib, ex-NBA player Nate Robinson (37), and retired UFC welterweight Ben Askren (37).
Paul has built a strong relationship with UFC boss Dana White and top UFC fighters. Taylor hopes to continue that tradition.
He stated that he would love to see Jake face Nate Diaz. Jorge Masvidal, Kamaru Uman, or both. I'd love to see these fights.
"There aren't many boxers calling Jake at the moment because they're focusing on their careers."
Paul, 22, was to face critics about his record and opposition in a grudge bout with Tommy Fury (7-0), 22.
Tyson's brother, Tyson, the heavyweight champion, pulled out of the fight with a broken bone and a chest infection.
Paul continues to be a threat from Fury, who appeared on Love Island's reality TV series in 2019.
Taylor stated that it was hard to predict who Jake will fight. As a Jake friend, I don't know what Jake is thinking.
"Jake has many options. Tommy Fury is definitely on the top.
"But, have you noticed that Tommy Fury hasn't been heard of much since the Tommy and Jake fight?
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"He has been the missing link since then. Who knows what Jake has in store for August?
"But we look forward to the announcement once it is made."
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