In the fast-paced world of online sports, where the thrill of competition meets the drama of callouts, Jake Paul has once again ignited the flames of anticipation. The YouTube sensation and professional boxer is making headlines with a direct challenge to KSI, daring him to step up to the plate for a long-awaited showdown. The air is buzzing with excitement as fans eagerly await the clash of these titans.
Paul’s callout is anything but subtle, cutting through the noise with a bold declaration. Paul claims that he is ready to fight KSI, however, the British Influencer boxer is “ducking him.” Moreover, with the back-and-forth claims between the parties of ducking fights, it’s safe to say that this ongoing feud is far from over.
Jake Paul extends a challenge
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The challenge is crystal clear, leaving no room for ambiguity. Paul is throwing down the gauntlet, questioning KSI’s commitment and challenging him to put aside any hesitations. It’s a no-nonsense approach that resonates with fans who crave authenticity and unfiltered sportsmanship. In a promo posted by DAZN Boxing, Jake Paul says while replying to a comment, “I will fight KSI when he stops ducking me and wants to stop making excuses and come back to the sport. I think it’s pretty clear now who really wants to make the fight happen.”
"I will fight @KSI when…" 👀@jakepaul vs. Andre August is LIVE on DAZN, FRIDAY, December 15 👊#PaulAugust | @MostVpromotions pic.twitter.com/3lIzLkaRK3
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) December 12, 2023
KSI’s manager, Mams Taylor, meanwhile, accused Jake Paul of avoiding a fight with his client.
Mams Taylor accuses Paul of Ducking
Earlier, Taylor revealed on The MMA Hour that they had nearly finalized terms for a match in December at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, but Paul backed out, expressing a preference for a bigger-name opponent. Taylor suggested that Paul, having suffered his first loss against Fury in February, may be hesitant due to having “a lot more to lose” compared to KSI.
The reality is if this fight were to ever happen, both sides would have to compromise. JJ can’t expect Jake to fight at 175 lbs and jake can’t expect 185lbs. 180lbs. No one has an unfair advantage. Simple.
JJ does not need this fight. Jake says he doesn’t need the fight. If…
— Proper Loud Music (@MamsTaylor) December 9, 2023
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Furthermore, Taylor hinted that an upset victory could potentially reignite discussions for a bout with Jake Paul. Subsequently, Jake Paul’s manager, Nakisa Bidarian, initially proposed that Paul would fight KSI at a weight below his usual 185 lbs, with the winner taking the loser’s purse.
However, if KSI agreed to face Paul at 185 lbs, Bidarian expressed willingness for the fight to take place in the UK. In response, Mams Taylor, called for a compromise, suggesting that both sides meet in the middle at 180 lbs. Taylor acknowledged the difficulty for KSI, who fought his last match at 181 lbs, to go up to 185 lbs, and similarly, for Paul, who fought Nate Diaz at 185 lbs, to come down to 175 lbs. The proposed compromise at 180 lbs aims to find common ground for a potential Jake Paul vs. KSI showdown.
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