Is Jake Paul a boxer or fighter?

Last Modified Feb 29, 2024 08:56 GMT
Is Jake Paul a boxer or fighter?
Jake Paul vs. Andre August Fight


Jake Paul is a 27-year-old social media personality turned boxer from America. Born and brought up in Ohio, Jake, along with his brother Logan Paul, started filming videos at the age of 10. He initially rose to fame via Vine, which is an American short-form video-hosting service that was launched in 2013 and later shut down in 2017. While using Vine, Paul had already started his YouTube channel, where he posted videos on pranks, hip-hop music, and other controversies.


During an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, Jake Paul said that he was fired from one of the series produced by Disney called Bizaardvark.


Jake Paul made his way into boxing in 2021 by creating an organization named ‘Boxing Bullies’ to support the next generations against bullying.





Jake Paul Combat Sport


Jake Paul is a boxer and not a fighter (MMA). He is yet to make his professional fighting (MMA) debut.


The difference between a boxer and a fighter is that a boxer can only give you a set of jabs and uppercuts to defeat his/her opponents inside the ring. Whereas a professional fighter may use any form of combination of strikes, kicks, and other grappling techniques to defeat his/her opponent.


A professional boxing match consists of 4 to 12 rounds of 3 minutes each, depending upon the scale of the promotion and other factors. While professional mixed martial arts consist of a minimum of 3 rounds of 5 minutes each.


Jake Paul signed a multi-year deal with PFL on January 5, 2023, and started training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.


Welcome to the Professional Fighters League Jake Paul. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/WLTKKiUDz0


Jake Paul boxing stint


Jake Paul made his amateur boxing debut on August 25, 2018, against Deji Olutanji and won the bout via TKO in the fifth round. The fight took place at Manchester Arena, Manchester, England.


For his professional debut, Jake Paul defeated AnEsonGib via TKO on Jan 30, 2020.


On November 28, 2020, Paul defeated Nate Robinson via knockout in the second round at Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, United States.


Jake Paul defeated Ben Askren via TKO on April 17, 2021.


Paul had a split-decision win over Tyron Woodly on August 29, 2021, in an eight-round bout.


For his rematch against Tyron Woodly, Paul knocked him out in the sixth round. The fight took place on December 18, 2021, at Amalie Arena, Tampa, Florida, United States.


On October 29, 2022, Jake Paul won against the former UFC legend Anderson Silva via a unanimous decision at Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona, United States.


Jake Paul had a decision loss against Tommy Fury on February 26, 2023.


On August 5, 2023, Paul had a unanimous decision win over Nate Diaz.


Jake Paul had a first-round knockout win over Andre August in his last fight on December 15, 2023.


No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocation
9Win8-1Andre AugustKO1(2:32)December 15, 2023Caribe Royale, Orlando, Florida, United States.
8Win7-1Nate DiazUD10Aug 5, 2023American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas, U.S.
7Loss6–1Tommy FurySD8Feb 26, 2023Diriyah Arena, Diriyah, Saudi Arabia
6Win6–0Anderson SilvaUD8Oct 29, 2022Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, Arizona, U.S.
5Win5–0Tyron WoodleyKO6 (8), 2:12Dec 18, 2021Amalie Arena, Tampa, Florida, U.S.
4Win4–0Tyron WoodleySD8Aug 29, 2021Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
3Win3–0Ben AskrenTKO1 (8), 1:59Apr 17, 2021Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.
2Win2–0Nate RobinsonKO2 (6), 1:24Nov 28, 2020Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
1Win1–0AnEsonGibTKO1 (6), 2:18Jan 30, 2020The Meridian at Island Gardens, Miami, Florida, U.S.








*Last updated on February 29, 2024.


FAQs

Q. Is Jake Paul a boxer or a fighter?

A. Jake Paul is a boxer and not a fighter. He is yet to make his professional fighting (MMA) debut.


Q. What is Jake Paul’s professional boxing record?

A. Jake Paul’s professional boxing record is 8 wins and 1 loss. 


Q. How old is Jake Paul?

A. Jake Paul is currently 27 years old. 


Q. Who won Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury?

A. Jake Paul had a decision loss against Tommy Fury on February 26, 2023. 


Q. When is Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz?

A. Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz took place on August 5, 2023.