Jake Paul is once again in the spotlight for his choice of opponents, leaving fans uncertain about the path he’s carving for himself. Previously, Paul faced backlash for taking on significantly older fighters. His recent bout against Mike Tyson drew heavy criticism, and now, “The Problem Child” is gearing up for another controversial matchup, this time against Roy Jones Jr. The fight is scheduled to take place in Puerto Rico on March 8.
After Paul’s victory over ‘Iron Mike’ via unanimous decision, former heavyweight and cruiserweight champion Roy Jones Jr. called out ‘The Problem Child.’ Recently, boxing journalist Michael Benson revealed on his X account that Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, will face former four-division world champion Roy Jones Jr. in Puerto Rico.
The fight is reportedly scheduled for March 8th, featuring eight 3-minute rounds. However, fans are unhappy with the announcement, with one particularly frustrated fan commenting, “If this is true this pisses me off. Roy, please don’t do this; you are my goat.”
If this is true this pisses me off
— MRCSJ (@MrCSJ03) December 21, 2024
Roy please don’t do this, you are my goat
Another fan expressed their disappointment, stating they would rather see Paul face Canelo Alvarez. Instead, Paul will now face the 55-year-old Roy Jones Jr.
Jake Paul.. I want Canelo
— Gusein (@neorrogu) December 20, 2024
Also jake paul.. looking to fight 55 year old Roy jones jr
One fan questioned the matchup, simply writing, “Why?”
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Why 🤷♂️
— Phill Whaley (@phillip_whaley) December 20, 2024
One fan reacted by writing, “This has to be a joke.”
This has to be a joke
— XMaqui$ (@maqui_x) December 21, 2024
I hope not….
— r (@lorenxo_m) December 20, 2024
So it’s none of the actual boxers who have called him out then hahahaha
— Weekday Offender (@TalkOfTheCannon) December 21, 2024
Bros trying to clear house of the retirees/ boarderline bed ridden n stuff
— Alex (@AlekUFC) December 21, 2024
Sad
— Daeso187 (@daeso187) December 20, 2024
Jake Paul Ready To Face Brother Logan Paul
After defeating boxing legend Mike Tyson via unanimous decision, Jake Paul made his first social media appearance with his brother, Logan Paul. While reflecting on the Tyson fight, Jake hinted at the possibility of facing Logan in the ring. During Logan’s “Impaulsive” podcast, the brothers joked about the idea.
“Everybody. Yeah, I’ll fight you. Why not? You’re f*cking tiny. I would do it because it would suck to be the one who loses, but I wouldn’t be the one dealing with that,” Jake said when Logan asked about his next opponent.
Jake has yet to confirm his next fight, and ‘The Problem Child’ himself hasn’t shared any updates about a future matchup. Fans will have to wait for more information.
