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Will a Paul brothers showdown redefine boxing entertainment or tarnish the sport's legacy?

Earlier this month, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul made history by becoming one of the select few to defeat boxing legend Mike Tyson. Not only did he secure a victory, but the bout also became a massive success on Netflix, garnering over 106 million views last Friday. This has sparked widespread speculation among fans and fight pundits alike: Who will ‘The Problem Child’ face next? Known for calling out veterans or retired fighters—a strategy that has made him both infamous yet commercially successful—fans are now wondering which veteran could be his next target.

Defying expectations, however, Jake Paul appears to have set his sights closer to home—on his older brother, WWE wrestler and podcaster Logan Paul. The brewing sibling rivalry was evident in the public eye yesterday when Jake joined Logan’s podcast, sparking a heated exchange that quickly became a hot topic in the sports world. MMA fighter-turned-podcaster Brendan Schaub recently shared his thoughts on the potential blockbuster success a Paul vs. Paul showdown could achieve.

Brendan Schaub’s take on the potential Jake Paul vs. Logan Paul fight

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During an episode of the Impaulsive podcast, Logan asked Jake who he plans to fight next. Jake responded by calling out “everybody,” including his older brother. Labeling Logan as “f–king tiny,” Jake’s comments clearly struck a nerve, prompting Logan to calmly retort, “Do you really think you could beat me?” This sparked a heated exchange that quickly fueled speculation about a potential showdown between the two brothers.

The controversy has now even reached The Fighter and the Kid podcast, where Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen discussed Jake Paul’s recent success against Mike Tyson and the brewing tension between the Paul brothers. Impressed by the commercial success of Jake’s fight with Tyson, Schaub remarked, “I think it’s great, but now Jake and Logan were on a podcast together—I think it was Logan’s podcast—and they want to fight each other. Jake said that’s how this ends. I want to see it.”

Reflecting on the staggering success of Jake Paul’s fight against Tyson, Schaub expressed confidence in the potential of a Jake vs. Logan bout, stating, “Jake and Logan. It beats all the numbers. Now, Netflix released, I think this morning, that 106 million people watched Mike Tyson versus Jake Paul. It’s the most-watched boxing event of all time.”

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Former UFC heavyweight’s co-host, Bryan Callen, then affirmed, agreeing and emphasizing Jake Paul’s controversial yet highly successful business model, which continues to defy traditional expectations in the boxing world. However, Jake Paul isn’t just focused on finding an opponent; he also has bigger plans involving his brother, Logan Paul.

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Jake Paul’s WWE Ambition

A decade ago, the Paul brothers started their journey on the internet in Ohio, never anticipating that they would eventually dominate the combat sports world. Logan Paul found his passion in wrestling and podcasting, while Jake Paul rose to prominence in the boxing ring. Today, Jake has reached the peak of his career, amassing millions and defeating seasoned opponents, with his latest victory over Mike Tyson last Friday marking another milestone in his journey.

However, despite his success, Jake has already found a new path for the future. During a recent appearance on Logan Paul’s Impaulsive podcast, Logan asked Jake if he would ever come to WWE when he eventually retires. Jake replied, “I would love to, but I would want to be like your Paul Heyman. I wouldn’t want to wrestle as much. I could do some sht, but I’d want to be your sidekick businessman or some sht.”

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The younger Paul brother was referring to the legendary manager and founder of ECW, Paul Heyman who is widely known for his role in the success of WWE stars such as Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and most recently, Roman Reigns.

While Jake still has a long way to go in boxing, what are your thoughts on a potential Jake Paul vs. Logan Paul fight? Could it surpass the record set by their fight against Mike Tyson, which played a key role in reigniting Tyson’s stardom? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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