Tennis Star Reveals Why Jake Paul Should Be Floyd Mayweather’s Next Opponent
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Jake Paul had a phenomenal 2021 as he amassed huge fame and attention with his in-ring activities. ‘The Problem Child’ scored some blistering wins, and he also ended up in some controversies. On top of this, he even engaged in a brawl with boxing great Floyd Mayweather in mid-2021.
Subsequently, rumors of a fight surfaced all over. However, nothing was officially confirmed. As the sport of boxing is witnessing an era of exhibitions, many casuals wish to see ‘Pretty Boy’ take on ‘The Problem Child’.
Recently, a tennis star, Abdul Ahmed, who interacted with Es News, spoke about Mayweather and Paul boxing each other inside the ring. He said, “I mean, it’s a tough one, but I think, if it’s an exhibition, it’s gotta be Jake Paul, right? I mean, if it’s an exhibition.”
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“I think that’s the one that’s good in numbers, due to the new fans that are coming into the sport.”
Jake Paul and Mayweather entered a brawl after the YouTuber tried to run away with ‘TBE’s hat. The ‘Gotcha Hat’ moment was all over the internet after this, but the entire incident left Mayweather livid.
With this, the rivalry between the two reached a different level, and many felt the two men should square off once for all.
Floyd Mayweather vs Jake Paul – Will it really happen?
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All of Jake Paul’s fights have come in the professional boxing space and he wants to only compete in professional bouts. Meanwhile, Mayweather, who left fighting professionally in 2017, has fought two exhibitions and has no interest in returning. Also, as their weight categories are far off, it may not get sanctioned.
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That said, a fight between these two on the pro-boxing side seems impossible. However, if ‘The Problem Child’ agrees to fight in an exhibition, fans could witness Jake Paul vs Floyd Mayweather.
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