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MMA Fighters react after Tommy Fury defeats Jake Paul

Chris Taylor - February 26, 2023

Several MMA Fighters took to social media with reactions following tonight’s Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury result in Saudi Arabia. Paul (6-1 Boxing) and Fury (9-0 Boxing) finally collided inside of the ring this evening at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

Jake Paul, Tommy Fury
Jake Paul

Tommy Fury defeats Jake Paul

Chris Taylor - February 26, 2023

Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will finally collide in the boxing ring this evening at Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. The bout, which is being billed as ‘The Truth’, is scheduled for eight 3-minute rounds and will take place at a 185lbs limit.

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Jake Paul

Tyson Fury says brother Tommy is getting $4 million for Jake Paul fight

Fernando Quiles - February 26, 2023

There is a ton of bad blood going into today’s (February 26) boxing tilt between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul. The two haven’t minced words ahead of their collision, with Fury saying that Paul will never box again after this match. “I’m going to be angry, I’m going to be frustrated at Jake Paul, he can’t fight,” Fury said to Top Rank. “I’m here on a paid vacation and if I’m worried about Jake Paul then I want to forget about winning a world title. That isn’t the case here, we are here super relaxed, on weight, and ready to go… When I’m done, this guy will never box again. If I have any dreams of winning a world title, I’m not fazed by Jake Paul and you will see that Sunday night.”

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Jake Paul

Jake Paul believes fight with Nate Diaz will be made after return against Tommy Fury: "I think they are ready"

Josh Evanoff - February 24, 2023

PFL’s Jake Paul believes his clash with Nate Diaz will be made after this weekend. ‘The Problem Child’ is slated to return to the ring this Sunday night in Saudi Arabia against Tommy Fury. While it’ll be the first time the two share the ring, it’s not the first time they’ve been scheduled to clash. For their two prior meetings, ‘TNT’ withdrew due to injury and visa issues.

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Jake Paul

Tyron Woodley claims Tommy Fury is comparable to Nate Robinson in terms of difficulty for Jake Paul: "Every other fighter, in my opinion, is tougher than Tommy"

Cole Shelton - February 23, 2023

Tyron Woodley doesn’t think Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury will be competitive. Paul and Fury are set to headline an ESPN Top Rank pay-per-view on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. It’s a fight both men have wanted and after it was booked twice previously but both times Fury pulled out but it will finally happen on Sunday.

Jake Paul, KSI
Jake Paul

KSI eyeing retirement from boxing after destroying "fraud" Jake Paul in December: "He’s not as good as everyone thinks he is"

Josh Evanoff - February 23, 2023

YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI isn’t planning to be around in the sport much longer. ‘The Nightmare’ has been out of action since his bout with Faze Temper in January. While he was initially slated to face Dillon Danis at the event, ‘El Jefe’ withdrew. As a result, the YouTuber wound up knocking out the Brazilian in the first round.

Jake Paul, Tommy Fury
Jake Paul

Jake Paul and Tommy Fury agree to "all or nothing" bet ahead of boxing match: "My lawyers actually already have the contract ready"

Cole Shelton - February 23, 2023

Jake Paul and Tommy Fury have upped the stakes for their boxing match on Sunday. Paul and Fury have been linked to fighting one another for quite some time and after two previous bookings fell through, the two will finally meet on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. It’s a highly-anticipated bout and at the press conference, Paul offered Fury a winner take all bet.

Tyron Woodley, KSI
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Tyron Woodley blasts KSI for ducking him after signing a contract to box the YouTuber: "You are not a real fighter"

Cole Shelton - February 22, 2023

Tyron Woodley believes YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI never truly wanted to box him but was using his name for clout. After Woodley lost back-to-back fights to Jake Paul, Paul mentioned Woodley as a possible opponent for his rival, KSI. The two sides then began negotiating a deal and Woodley says he signed a deal to box KSI but the YouTuber declined and decided to fight Dillon Danis instead.

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Tommy Fury shows off his powerful jab on punching machine ahead of Jake Paul fight (Video)

Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023

Tommy Fury has shown off the power of his jab during an amusing punching machine video ahead of his Jake Paul fight. After well over a year of trash talk, this weekend, Tommy Fury and Jake Paul will finally collide. They will meet in Saudi Arabia, serving as the main event of ‘The Truth’ event.

Deontay Wilder and Francis Ngannou at the UFC Performance Institute
Deontay Wilder

Chael Sonnen sounds off on proposed Francis Ngannou vs. Deontay Wilder MMA fight: “Why don’t we just go throw daggers?”

Harry Kettle - February 22, 2023

MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has questioned the proposed MMA fight between Francis Ngannou and Deontay Wilder. Ever since Francis Ngannou left the UFC, fans have been wondering what’s next for him. ‘The Predator’ made it crystal clear, above all else, that he wants to test the waters in boxing.

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Jake Paul

Tommy Fury says Jake Paul “will never box again” after he beats him, reveals Tyson Fury will be in his corner

Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023

Tommy Fury believes this weekend will be the last time Jake Paul steps into a boxing ring as a professional. Fury and Paul are finally set to fight after their two previous matchups fell through. The two will fight on Sunday in Saudi Arabia in a highly-anticipated bout with both being confident they will KO the other. But, Fury has now taken it a step further as he claims when he beats Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer will never box again.

Jake Paul, Tyron Woodley
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Tyron Woodley interested in facing Jake Paul in PFL, blasts people for saying he took a dive: "If you stand still and let someone punch you as hard as they can, you can die!"

Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023

Tyron Woodley believes he and Jake Paul could fight again, but this time in MMA. Woodley made his boxing debut against Paul in August of 2021, with Jake winning a split decision in a fight the former UFC champion thought he won. The two then rematched a few months later in December but this time around, it was Paul winning by KO.

Jake Paul, Eddie Hearn
Eddie Hearn

Eddie Hearn believes Jake Paul doesn't "deserve" to be ranked if he beats Tommy Fury: "There's a little bit of publicity in there"

Cole Shelton - February 20, 2023

Eddie Hearn disagrees with the WBC announcing that they will rank Jake Paul if he beats Tommy Fury. Paul and Fury are finally set to fight on Sunday in Saudi Arabia after the two were booked twice previously. It’s a grudge match between the two, but recently, the WBC president revealed if Paul wins, he will be a ranked WBC cruiserweight.

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Deontay Wilder blasts Chael Sonnen after UFC legend calls him a "coward" for boxing Francis Ngannou first over MMA: "A miserable person"

Josh Evanoff - February 20, 2023

Former WBC Heavyweight Champion Deontay Wilder has gone on the offense against Chael Sonnen. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ made headlines earlier this month for challenging Francis Ngannou to a two-fight series. ‘The Predator’ famously exited the UFC last month after failing to come to terms on a new contract. Ngannou later hinted at a move to the boxing ring, with a return tentatively set for July.

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Mike Tyson says Conor McGregor is actually a “beautiful guy” outside of MMA: “He’s crazy, he’s bold, but it’s a gimmick”

Susan Cox - February 20, 2023

Mike Tyson says that Conor McGregor is actually a ‘beautiful guy’ outside of the MMA. Tyson, 56, competed as a professional boxer from 1985 to 2005. Considered to be one of the greatest boxers of all time, he was a controversial figure outside of the ring.

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Jake Paul

Full lineup revealed for Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury event, including cruiserweight title fight

Harry Kettle - February 20, 2023

Most Valuable Promotions has revealed the full main card for the upcoming Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury ‘The Truth’ event this weekend. This Sunday night in Saudi Arabia, Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will finally collide. They’ve been scheduled to throw down before, only for plans to fall apart.

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Francis Ngannou

UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira warns Francis Ngannou against boxing Tyson Fury: “It’s suicide”

Susan Cox - February 17, 2023

UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira is warning Francis Ngannou against boxing Tyson Fury. UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou, (17-3 MMA) was stripped of his title and released from his contract this past January. Ngannou, 36, rejected the UFC’s new contract offer and is now a free agent.

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Jake Paul

WBC president reveals Jake Paul will be ranked if he beats Tommy Fury: "He deserves the opportunities that any other boxer has"

Cole Shelton - February 16, 2023

Jake Paul can be a ranked WBC cruiserweight if he beats Tommy Fury next week. Paul is currently 6-0 as a pro and is set to face Fury on February 26 in Saudi Arabia in a big fight for both men. The bout has been scheduled twice previously but Fury withdrew both times, and that has only added to the anticipation of the fight.