With his fight against Mike Tyson postponed, Jake Paul has been looking for a new opponent and has suggested a potential match against KSI. The fight with Tyson, originally set for July 20, was delayed due to Tyson’s health issues, which have limited his ability to train fully. The fight is now more likely to occur at the end of 2024.
Meanwhile, Jake Paul has proposed a double-header event for February 2025. This event would see him face off against KSI, while his older brother, Logan Paul, would fight Deji Olatunji. This idea is reminiscent of the YouTuber boxing matches that initially launched their boxing careers back in 2018. During that event, Logan fought KSI to a draw, while Jake defeated Deji on the undercard. A professional rematch between Logan and KSI in 2019 resulted in a win for KSI.
Jake’s suggestion has sparked mixed reactions from fans. Some expressed concerns about the fairness of Logan fighting Deji, citing significant weight class differences. Logan and Jake have fought as cruiserweights, whereas Deji is a light heavyweight. Critics argue that the proposed matchups are impractical and unlikely to happen within the next two years.
KSI responded to Jake Paul’s challenge on social media, accusing Paul of making noise without real intent to fight. KSI reiterated his readiness to fight at 185 pounds in December, challenging Jake to commit to the match without excuses.
Despite the skepticism from fans, the Paul brothers’ continued efforts to set up high-profile fights indicate their determination to remain relevant in the boxing world. As negotiations continue, the potential matchups promise to generate significant attention and debate among boxing enthusiasts and casual fans alike.
