Jake Paul has become one of the biggest names in boxing, whether fans like it or not. The social media star turned fighter has made a meteoric rise in the sport, headlining major events and facing off against notable opponents.
Paul's most recent fight saw him step into the ring with boxing legend Mike Tyson. The 58-year-old Tyson, who hadn't had a professional fight since 2005, made his comeback after nearly two decades. Paul won the controversial bout by unanimous decision in November, adding another big name to his list of opponents.
Throughout his career, Paul has mainly faced former mixed martial artists. He's taken on the likes of Nate Diaz, Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Mike Perry. His fight against Diaz in August 2023 ended in a unanimous decision victory for Paul, with Diaz getting dropped in the fifth round of their 10-round contest.
Now, Paul claims Diaz is avoiding a rematch, but this time in the MMA octagon. In a recent statement, Paul said:
"I want to but my opponents don't want to. It's funny that Nate Diaz is actually scared to fight me in MMA. The biggest payday of his life would be me and him in MMA. I'm ready."
Paul made these comments in a recent interview, suggesting that Diaz is passing up a significant financial opportunity by not accepting an MMA bout.
While Paul continues to call out potential opponents, it's worth noting that he's approached at least one former world champion for a fight. The identity of this boxer hasn't been disclosed, but they've reportedly declined the offer.
As Paul's boxing career continues to evolve, fans will be watching closely to see who he'll face next in the ring - or potentially in the octagon.
