In an exciting development for combat sports fans, Jake "The Problem Child" Paul is set to face "Platinum" Mike Perry in an eight-round boxing match on July 20 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The fighters will don 10-ounce gloves.
Perry, known for his success in bare-knuckle fighting at BKFC, is coming off an impressive performance.
On April 27, 2024, he beat Thiago Alves in just 60 seconds in a bare-knuckle contest, showcasing his raw power and aggressive style.
Paul, on the other hand, last stepped into the ring on March 2, 2024, against Ryan Bourland. The YouTuber-turned-boxer continued his winning streak, securing a first-round TKO victory.
This match replaces Paul's previously scheduled exhibition bout with Mike Tyson, which was originally slated for July 20 but has been postponed to November 15.
On June 19, 2024, both Paul and Perry participated in a video conference with Ariel Helwani on the popular MMA show "MMA Hour".
