Jake Paul News
Hasim Rahman Jr. reveals details behind sparring sessions with Jake Paul: "I was told if I knock him out, I most likely wasn't going to get paid"
Josh Evanoff - July 18, 2022
Hasim Rahman Jr. has given his side of his sparring sessions with Jake Paul. ‘Gold Blooded’ is set to face ‘The Problem Child’ next month in New York. The Showtime pay-per-view headliner came together on short notice after Tommy Fury pulled out of his matchup with Paul. Despite the short notice nature, the bout has a lot of attention already.
Jake Paul posts video from hospital bed following accident: “I broke my back… carrying the promotion for this event”
Susan Cox - July 18, 2022
Jake Paul has posted a video, allegedly from his hospital bed, following a recent ‘accident’ that left him with a “broken back”. It will be Jake Paul vs Hasim Rahman Jr. in New York’s Madison Square Garden on Saturday, August 6th.
Jake Paul slams UFC President Dana White for degrading Nate Diaz: “In private he gets on his knees begging Nate to stay so they can try and revive Conor McGregor”
Fernando Quiles - July 17, 2022
Jake Paul has put UFC President Dana White on blast for publicly disrespecting Nate Diaz. It’s no secret that Diaz and the UFC have been at odds throughout the years. While Diaz knows his worth as a draw, Dana has put down the Stockton native for struggling to string together wins.
Dana White reacts to the recent Jake Paul vs. Hasim Rahman Jr. booking: “He just got knocked out, why not go after the guy who knocked him out?”
Fernando Quiles - July 17, 2022
UFC President Dana White is not impressed by Jake Paul’s next opponent. Paul is set to do battle with Hasim Rahman Jr., who is the son of former boxing world heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman. Many believe that this will easily be the biggest test of Paul’s pro boxing career.
Jake Paul unloads on Conor McGregor for suggesting he’s a nobody: “No matter how you slice it, we’re just not on the same level”
Susan Cox - July 12, 2022
Jake Paul has unloaded on Conor McGregor for suggesting he’s a ‘nobody’. Paul has been linked to some high-profile MMA fighters, including Conor McGregor. The boxer would like a showdown with the Irishman and spoke to Ariel Helwani on ‘The MMA Hour’ about ‘The Notorious’ saying:
Conor McGregor shoots down possible fight with Jake Paul: "You're a flop, kid. A nobody"
Josh Evanoff - July 11, 2022
Conor McGregor has no interest in a boxing match with Jake Paul. ‘The Problem Child’ is set for a showdown with Hasim Rahman Jr. next month in New York. The bout is a big step up for the YouTuber, as he’s facing an established professional boxer for the first time in his career.
Jake Paul states Hasim Rahman Jr. showdown in jeopardy: "He's scared to fight me"
Josh Evanoff - July 11, 2022
According to Jake Paul, his showdown with Hasim Rahman Jr. might not happen after all. ‘The Problem Child’ was set to face Tommy Fury next month at Madison Square Garden. However, ‘TNT’ was pulled from the fight due to issues gaining entry to the country. As a result, the YouTuber-turned-boxer gave a timer on the fight happening.
Watch the heated sparring session that spawned Jake Paul vs. Hasim Rahman Jr. (Video)
Chris Taylor - July 9, 2022
Jake Paul will take a step up in competition on Saturday August 6th when he takes on Hasim Rahman Jr. at Madison Square Garden. Paul (5-0, 4 KOs) has not competed since December of 2021, where he knocked out former UFC champion Tyron Woodley in devastating fashion at the Amalie Arena in Tampa Bay, Florida. ‘The Problem Child’ was initially expected to face Tommy Fury in his return at MSG, but that bout fell apart for multiple reasons (see more on that here).
Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury off, YouTuber reportedly set to fight pro boxer Hasim Rahman Jr. in August
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2022
Jake Paul will no longer be fighting Tommy Fury. Paul and Fury were set to fight last December but the Brit got hurt and was forced out of the bout. The two were then rebooked for August 6 at Madison Square Garden but recently Fury was denied entry into the U.S.. Now, it appears Paul has replaced Fury with pro boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., the news was first reported by Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix.
Jake Paul says he's moving on from Tommy Fury fight due to VISA issues
Josh Evanoff - June 30, 2022
Jake Paul is seemingly moving on from his booking with Tommy Fury for August. ‘The Problem Child’ was set to face ‘TNT’ this August at Madison Square Garden in New York. This is the second time that they’ve been booked. The first bout was set for December 2021 but was canceled due to Fury pulling out.
Former UFC champion Bas Rutten offers to train Tommy Fury for Jake Paul: “I think we can do some damage”
Harry Kettle - June 29, 2022
Former UFC champion Bas Rutten has offered to help train Tommy Fury heading into his fight against Jake Paul. While he may have been denied entry into the United States ahead of their scheduled press conference, it does seem as if Tommy Fury is still hellbent on trying to end the rise of Jake Paul. The pair have been going back and forth at one another for months now and on August 6, they’re scheduled to finally put an end to their rivalry one way or the other at Madison Square Garden.
Jake Paul slams Tommy Fury for being denied entry into the U.S.: "Admit ur a scared little b***h"
Cole Shelton - June 28, 2022
Jake Paul has ripped Tommy Fury for being denied entry into the United States. Paul and Fury were supposed to have a press conference in New York on Wednesday to promote their August 6 fight. The fight is one that was supposed to happen last December but Fury had to pull out due to an injury and now the Brit was denied entry into the U.S. which has put their fight in jeopardy.
Jake Paul ups the ante for bet with Tyson Fury, Fury accepts for $1 million
Fernando Quiles - June 26, 2022
Jake Paul has called on a bigger wager for his bet with Tyson Fury and “The Gypsy King” has responded. Paul and Tommy Fury are scheduled to collide on Aug. 6. The bout will take place inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. It’ll be contested in the cruiserweight division.
Jake Paul says Tommy Fury is the "toughest test" of his career but plans to "expose" the Brit
Cole Shelton - June 23, 2022
Jake Paul says he is taking a legit risk by fighting a real boxer when he faces Tommy Fury on August 6 in Madison Square Garden. Paul and Fury are set to meet in the main event of a Showtime pay-per-view in a highly-anticipated grudge match. The two are undefeated boxers and are massive on social media while the stakes are high as the loser’s career will take a big hit which is why Paul says this is such a big risk.
Jake Paul rips Tommy Fury for allegedly pulling out of fight, 'TNT' responds
Cole Shelton - June 22, 2022
Jake Paul is accusing Tommy Fury of backing out of their fight again. Paul and Fury were supposed to fight last August but just a few weeks before the event, the Brit was forced out of the bout due to an injury. Paul ended up knocking out Tyron Woodley while Fury picked up a win a few months later.
John Fury weighs in on Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury rumors: "They're nothing but a pack of tossers. YouTubers. And I'm not interested in it."
Susan Cox - June 21, 2022
John Fury is weighing in on the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury rumors. A Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury fight is said to be taking place on August 6th of this year at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Jake Paul verbally agrees to fight Mike Tyson later this year: "We are making it happen"
Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2022
YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has verbally agreed to fight Mike Tyson later this year. ‘The Problem Child’ has been out of the ring since his rematch with Tyron Woodley last December. Paul moved to 2-0 in his series with ‘The Chosen One’ that night on Showtime pay-per-view. The 25-year-old viciously knocked out Woodley in the sixth round.
Tyron Woodley explains why former foe Jake Paul is not the appropriate ambassador for UFC fighter pay
Susan Cox - June 14, 2022
Tyron Woodley has expressed his thoughts on why former foe Jake Paul is not the appropriate ambassador for fighter pay in the UFC. The former welterweight champion doesn’t believe that YouTuber-turned-boxer, Jake Paul, is the right figurehead to lead the push for improved fighter pay in the UFC.