In the world of crossover combat sports, few names have made as much noise recently as Jake “The Problem Child” Paul. Fresh off a decisive win over MMA pro Nate Diaz this August, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) in collaboration with DAZN has announced Paul’s return to the boxing ring on December 15th. The details surrounding the opponent and the venue remain under wraps, but the anticipation is already palpable, with many speculating that the event will be on pay-per-view.
Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of MVP, lauded Paul’s meteoric rise, emphasizing his widespread appeal and his potential to make a lasting mark on boxing. With only eight professional fights under his belt, Paul has showcased an ability to draw significant viewership, a fact Bidarian believes signifies Paul’s transformative impact on the sport.
The bout will be broadcasted globally on DAZN, continuing their partnership after the Diaz fight. DAZN North America’s CEO, Joe Markowski, expressed his excitement about hosting Paul again, hinting at an exciting December lineup featuring big names like Ryan Garcia, Devin Haney, and others.
After suffering his first professional boxing loss to Tommy Fury earlier this year, Paul made a strong comeback with his victory over Diaz. He remains ambitious, eyeing world championships and promising thrilling events. “My mission is to be a world champion and I’m willing to do whatever it takes to get there,” stated an assertive Jake Paul, reminding fans that his journey is far from over.
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