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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – FEBRUARY 23: Jake Paul of United States attends the press meeting before the box match between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury that will take place on Feb. 26 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 23, 2023. (Photo by Mohammed Saad/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – FEBRUARY 23: Jake Paul of United States attends the press meeting before the box match between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury that will take place on Feb. 26 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 23, 2023. (Photo by Mohammed Saad/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Jake Paul has made a name for himself in the sport. He is one of the biggest draws and it can’t be denied given the pay-per-view numbers of his bouts. Recently, the “Problem child” reacted to the spectacular knockout by Muhammad Ali‘s grandson, Biaggio Ali Walsh. He made his debut in PFL only last year in which he ended the bout within 45 seconds.
In his second bout, this Saturday, the fighter once again proved to be a force to be reckoned with. As soon as the opening bell rang, the fighter cut no corners in getting his opponent out in no time. He landed a clean overhand right which hurt his opponent and secured a spectacular finish inside one round.
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Jake Paul reacts to the great performance of Biaggio Ali Walsh
Paul was having a watch party to the “PFL regular season” alongside Wade, a boxing commentator and YouTuber. The two were reacting to Walsh’s victory. As soon as Walsh landed his right hand, the commentator stated, “Oh right hand”
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When Walsh started to secure the finish, Paul stated, “Got him on his chin”. Thereafter, when the referee called the fight off, the YouTuber said, “It’s over wow! Great performance. Came out hot, little sloppy but pulled it off.” The performance by the grandson of the legend was highly impressive. Given his age, it seems he’s brimming with potential.
Jake Paul reveals his MMA debut in PFL
PFL is one of the biggest MMA leagues in the world. Early this year, Paul announced that he would make his debut in MMA with PFL. As per MMAFighting, Paul was asked when he will make his debut. To which, he stated, “It’s looking like end of 2023, you know, maybe beginning of 2024.”
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TAMPA, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 18: Jake Paul reacts to knocking out Tyron Woddley in the sixth round during an eight-round cruiserweight bout at the Amalie Arena on December 18, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
He adds, “I’ve been training jiu-jitsu a little bit and getting back to my wrestling roots”
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It appears that Paul is confident going into his MMA debut. Though, the fans may have a difference in opinion if he does fair well against professional MMA fighters. What do you think of his MMA debut? Do you think he can pull it off? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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