Jake Paul is at it again. The YouTube sensation turned professional boxer has set his sights on UFC Champion Alex Pereira, following a dominant performance against Mike Perry in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.
In a post-fight interview, Paul confidently proclaimed that he would be the world champion of the cruiserweight division within two years. But before he can achieve that goal, he seems determined to take on Pereira first.
Pereira, who recently scored a brutal knockout victory against Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303, caught wind of Paul’s callout and the two engaged in a brief exchange over FaceTime. Paul, known for his brash demeanor and trash-talking antics, wasted no time in challenging Pereira to a boxing match.
Despite UFC President Dana White’s public disapproval of Paul’s boxing escapades, Pereira seemed open to the idea of facing off against the social media star. The Brazilian fighter, who is currently on a four-fight winning streak and holds the UFC light heavyweight title, could provide Paul with his toughest challenge yet.
While White is reportedly considering matching Pereira up against UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones, Paul continues to seek out high-profile opponents to further establish himself in the boxing world. His next rumored opponent is the legendary Mike Tyson, in what would undoubtedly be a lucrative matchup for both fighters.
Ultimately, the spectacle of a Jake Paul vs. Alex Pereira showdown would undoubtedly draw massive attention and generate significant revenue. While the fight may not necessarily further Paul’s quest for a world title, it would undoubtedly add another chapter to the ongoing saga of his unconventional boxing career.
In the world of combat sports, entertainment often takes center stage, and Jake Paul has proven time and time again that he knows how to sell a fight. Whether or not a matchup with Alex Pereira comes to fruition remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – the boxing world will be watching closely to see what unfolds next in the wild and unpredictable journey of Jake Paul.
