Love him or hate him, Jake Paul clearly knows how to play the hype game and make millions while doing so. After taking the world of influencer boxing by storm, the younger Paul recently signed a deal with Professional Fighters League driving speculation of a possible MMA fight in the future. Although he called out Nate Diaz in the promotional video for PFL, there has been no news on an MMA fight as of now. Instead, a few days back, it was reported that a boxing match between Paul and Tommy Fury was booked yet again.

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Quite surprisingly, instead of spending time inside the ring, the YouTuber shared a short clip of himself wrestling. Naturally, with anything the 26-year-old does, fans were quick to react to the video.

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Jake Paul teases fans with a clip of himself wrestling

Although there’s not much to inspect in the video, ‘The Problem Child’ probably posted it to get fans talking. And he seems to have succeeded as there was a wide range of reactions to the tweet. He also expressed his respect for MMA while promising a win in his debut.

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The reactions that the clip garnered were also quite a sight to hold. There were multiple people who commended Paul for putting in the work, while a few questioned his legitimacy. Take a look at a few of the tweets that stood out.

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There were quite a few fans who applauded the 26-year-old. 

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Another ardent fan of his reminded him to stay focused on boxing.

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While another talked about Paddy Pimblett being at the same level as Jake Paul.

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Not surprisingly, there were a few haters who couldn’t help but diss the influencer.

Someone had a legitimate question regarding his upcoming bout against Tommy Fury.

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After two unsuccessful attempts, a fight with Tommy Fury has been set once again. Aimed for February 25th, as reported by Ariel Helwani, this will be the third time both parties are willing to face each other. 

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Paul vs Fury was initially scheduled for December 19, 2021, but owing to a rib injury to the latter, the fight couldn’t go through. The second time, they both agreed to fight on August 2022, but Fury had to pull out once again due to travel restrictions. Naturally, fans are a bit skeptical when it comes to the duo meeting inside the ring. 

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What could one make one make out of the wrestling clip shared by Jake Paul? Is ‘The Problem Child’ getting fans hyped up before the Fury fight? Or is he teasing about a possible MMA announcement? Let us know where you think we will see Jake Paul next.

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Pragjyoti is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. With a deep passion for MMA, his writing reflects a clear understanding of the sport's technicalities. Pragjyoti's first-hand experience training in MMA gives him a unique advantage in providing insightful and engaging commentary on fights. Pragjyoti's coverage of the UFC is not limited to just the fights, as he is also a keen follower of the promotional side of the sport. Beyond MMA, Pragjyoti's passion for boxing and other combat sports is evident in his work. One of Pragjyoti's standout pieces was his crossover story on Jake Paul potentially entering MMA, which captured the interest of readers across the combat sports world. In his free time, Pragjyoti enjoys a range of activities, including gaming, reading, and weightlifting. His varied interests reflect his passion for staying informed and active, which carries over into his writing.

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