Jake Paul has officially announced his retirement from influencer boxing, shifting his focus entirely to professional bouts. This comes after his landmark victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson earlier this month, where Paul became only the seventh person to defeat Tyson in a professional fight. The match, which aired on Netflix, was both controversial and commercially successful, amassing over 100 million views.
Paul’s retirement was confirmed by Most Valuable Promotions, which praised him as “the greatest to ever compete” in influencer boxing. With an undefeated 2-0 record in this category, including wins against Deji Olatunji and AnEsonGib, Paul used the platform as a launchpad to transition into traditional boxing.
As speculation builds around a potential fight with Mexican icon Canelo Alvarez, UFC President Dana White expressed skepticism, labeling Paul’s chances as slim. Despite the criticism, Paul’s influence in the sport continues to grow, with his bold moves and high-profile matches keeping him in the spotlight.
