Jake Paul’s Origins: Is He Irish Like Conor McGregor?

Published 04/18/2022, 2:02 PM EDT

The undefeated 5-0 boxer, Jake Paul, is eager to take to the ring after months of the layoff. Interestingly, ahead of that ‘The Problem child’ unveiled an interesting fact about himself.

Recently, the 25-year-old boxing sensation connected to a bunch of hosts on Mirror Fighting, where he discussed several burning topics in the boxing world.

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While asking about the biggest clash in women’s boxing, the host glorified Irish stalwart, Katie Taylor. Interestingly, the host was also an Irish, so he stated that undisputed lightweight champion Taylor is a bigger star than Conor McGregor in Ireland.

To which, The Ohio native answered, “I’m an exciting man like you said. Counting down the days is getting closer and closer and I’m part Irish as well. That’s something people don’t know about me. I think like 20% Irish. My mom always gets dressed up for 1st Patrick’s day and all that type, but unfortunately, Katie’s gonna lose.”

Furthermore, he highlighted his loyalty toward a unified featherweight champion, Amanda Serrano. Whom the ‘Most valuable Promotions’ by Jake Paul is promoting.

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He apologized and said, “I’m sorry I just have to stay. Serrano is a dog. It’s gonna be a good fight don’t get me wrong.”

Is Jake Paul Irish like Conor McGregor?

No, the social media personality is not entirely Irish as the UFC megastar Conor McGregor is. In an event, ‘The Notorious’ has proudly elaborated his birthplace, which is Ireland.

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He told that he had come from a place called Crumlin in Dublin 12. It’s the place that is dear to his heart because it made him who is he today.

Whereas ‘The Problem child’ is born and brought up in the USA. Maybe his ancestral roots are from Ireland. as he mentioned above, her mother sometimes dresses up like an Irish lady.

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Abhishek Singh is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. Following the completion of his training as an amateur boxer, he is currently preparing to appear for trials at the state and national levels. With over 3 years of experience in playing the sport, Abhishek is also the holder of a Bachelor's in Arts degree from the University of Delhi.

Jake Paul’s Origins: Is He Irish Like Conor McGregor?

Is Jake Paul Irish like Conor McGregor?

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