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YouTube sensation Jake Paul recently overcame the greatest challenge of his career after beating Anderson Silva. However, it looks like ‘The Problem Child’ has now set his sights on his former rival Andrew Tate. The former kickboxer turned social media sensation was recently banned from all major platforms due to his polarizing opinions regarding gender roles.

Tate and Paul were in an online feud before ‘Top G’s’ ban, repeatedly calling each other out. However, following his ban, Paul came out in support of Tate claiming that banning him was a violation of free speech. The two now seem to be ready to lock horns after the Ohio-based boxer hinted at a fight after he posted a video of the two facing off with the caption. “Negotiations“.

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This news certainly took the boxing world by surprise. Moreover, the shocked fans were not shy to react to this surprise announcement.

Jake Paul stuns the boxing world after hinting at Andrew Tate as his next opponent

One fan came out in support of Paul, claiming that he would put Tate to sleep. “Top G about to go to SLEEP. That’s a promise” she wrote.

Another fan stated that the only way Tate would win was if he dressed up as a woman. “Only way Andrew winning, is if Jake Paul dresses up as a woman” he wrote.

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One fan wondered if this meant that their brothers Logan and Tristan would also meet in the ring. ” Tristan vs Logan?” he wrote.

Moreover, a fan doubled down on Tate, stating that she wanted Paul to knock out the four-time ISKA kickboxing world champion. “I’ve never wanted jake paul to knock somebody out before until now,” she wrote.

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However, one fan showed his support for the fight, claiming that it was one he would gladly pay to see. “That’s the fight that I would pay to see it” he wrote.

Another fan also praised the booking and gave his prediction for the PPV buys. “At least 5Mil PPV” he wrote. Lastly, one fan hilariously claimed that they were like two best friends who were about to kiss. “Two best friends in the room…they might kiss” he wrote.

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The fans seem to be excited about this potential matchup. However, Paul has only hinted that Tate will be his next opponent and while the negotiations are ongoing the fight is not officially confirmed yet.

What did you think about this announcement by Paul? Let us know in the comments.

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