JAKE PAUL is putting his boxing career on the line when he welcomes Nate Diaz to the ring for the very first time TONIGHT!
Paul is facing the ex-UFC star over in Texas, returning for the first time since losing to Tommy Fury.
The YouTuber-turned boxer suffered a split-decision defeat but snubbed a rematch to instead fight Diaz.
But another career-crushing loss could spark an early retirement for Paul, who says it is ALL on the line tonight.
- Start time: Undercard from 1am BST/ 8pm ET
- Main event set for 4am BST/ 11pm ET approx
- Live stream/ TV channel: DAZN PPV
Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz: Betting odds and tips
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Nate Diaz’s UFC career
Nate Diaz is a longtime UFC fighter who started in Strikeforce and World Extreme Cagefighting before transitioning to the UFC.
He was infamously a part of the UFC’s The Ultimate Fighter, winning the fifth season to clinch a contract with the company.
After signing his contract, he fought 26 times for the promotion, winning 15 bouts.
He fought for the UFC welterweight title in 2012 but lost to former WEC champ Benson Henderson.
Diaz would rebound, though, shockingly submitting Conor McGregor for the Irish star’s first loss.
Now tonight, the 38-year-old will look to get a victory in his debut against a foe 12 years younger than him.
Drake places massive bet on Diaz
Rapper and global superstar Drake has placed a massive bet on Nate Diaz to beat Jake Paul.
He wagered $250,000 on Diaz to win.
The payout would net the rapper $1million.
Drake said: “I can never bet against a Diaz brother.”
Who has Jake Paul boxed?
Jake Paul has seven professional fights, as tonight marks his eighth appearance in the ring.
So far, Paul has professionally fought:
Who’s fighting tonight besides Paul and Diaz?
The full card is as listed:
Welcome to Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz
The night has finally arrived!
Jake Paul will box former UFC star Nate Diaz. This is Paul’s eighth professional boxing match, while Diaz is making his debut.
Diaz is notorious for defeating UFC double champion Conor McGregor in 2016 and is a fan favorite.
Paul claims he’s going to send Diaz back to MMA after he crushes him in the ring.
The main card starts at 8pm ET, with Paul and Diaz expected to take the ring around 11.30pm ET.
Before the two square off, five fights will go down.
Stay with us at The U.S. Sun for all the fights and inside access.
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
