YOUTUBE sensation Jake Paul is returning to the ring for a mouth-watering clash against MMA legend Anderson Silva TONIGHT.
The Problem Child weighed in at the LOWEST weight of his career so far for the catchweight bout against Silva in Arizona.
Paul, 25, was due to fight rival Tommy Fury in August but plans fell through after an issue with the Brit’s US visa.
A bout with Hasim Rahman Jr was also set up, but that also fell through due to a problem making weight on the heavyweight fighter’s side.
Now 47-year-old Silva will step up to plate, in what is a massive step-up for Paul, who knocked out Tyron Woodley last December.
- Main event start time: 3am UK time/ 11pm ET
- Undercard underway from from 1am
- TV channel/live stream: Fite.TV
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Jake Paul and Anderson Silva’s bet
Jake Paul agreed to rematch Anderson Silva under kickboxing rules if he loses their fight after making a bet live on stage.
But Paul wants the Brazilian to help launch a fighter’s union if he is victorious in Glendale.
He said: “If I win, me and you come together to create a united fighters association to help UFC fighters get better pay and better health care.
“You come become the interim president and we united to help these fighters once and for all.”
Paul could get chance for world title
Jake Paul is set to be considered for a world ranking by the WBC -which would pave the way for him to challenge for a world title.
WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman announced Paul would earn himself a top 15 rating had he beaten heavyweight Hasim Rahman Jr in August.
And Sulaiman revealed, with new rankings set to be unveiled soon, a win for Paul over the weekend could see him placed in the top 15.
He told Fight Hype: “Jake Paul has a record in professional boxing and he has been improving the level of opposition.
“Of course the WBC ratings committee is open to consider fighters for rankings considering all of the different variables which are activity, level of opposition, results and so on.”
Paul vs Silva tale of the tape
How the fighters compare for TONIGHT’S main event here in Arizona.
While former YouTuber Paul is 22 years younger than his rival and a vastly, vastly shorter combat sports career.
They have both had the same amount of boxing fights…
Big undercard action for tonight
The star power of the night will be with the main event in Paul vs Silva – which will be taking place in mere HOURS!
But NFL star Le’Veon Bell is also in action as he takes retired UFC fighter Uriah Hall.
And lightweight prospect Ashton Sylve also takes to the ring to face Braulio Rodriguez.
Elsewhere on the card, heavyweight Jeremiah Milton, Chris Avila and Adrian Rodriguez are in action.
- Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva
- Ashton Sylve vs. Braulio Rodriguez
- Alexandro Santiago vs. Antonio Nieves
- Le’Veon Bell vs. Uriah Hall
- Mikhail Varshavski vs. Chris Avila
- Jeremiah Milton vs. Quintin Sumpter
- Danny Barrios Flores vs. Edgar Ortiz Jr.
- Adrian Rodriguez vs. Dominique Griffin
- Eliezer Silva vs. Phillip Carmouche
Paul says he’ll challenge Tyson Fury…in WWE?
Jake Paul is ready to challenge Tyson Fury in the WWE… but first wants to settle his “unfinished business” with brother Tommy.
Paul’s older sibling Logan recently crossed over to professional wrestling and challenges for the WWE title on November 5.
The YouTube sensation, 25, is open to starring alongside the Gypsy King but only after fighting his brother Tommy, 23, in the boxing ring.
He told Sky Sports: “Maybe a wrestling event, maybe we go WWE.
“I definitely want to take out his little brother though, Tommy. I think that’s still a big fight and there’s unfinished business.”
How hard does Paul punch?
Jake Paul’s sparring partners have been left all saying the same thing ahead of his fight with Anderson Silva, according to his coach.
Paul’s head trainer BJ Flores claimed the feedback from the sessions have all been on the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s power.
Flores told Yahoo Sports: “I’d say he is a prospect and someone to definitely watch out for.
“One thing you have to do with Jake is really be conscious of both hands.
“People have seen the right hand, but the left hand is also strong and has been developing.
“Everybody says the same thing: ‘He can really, really punch.'”
Anderson Silva speaks
What MMA legend Anderson Silva said in the build up to tonight’s huge fight, which is FINALLY here.
Silva said: “Listen, everything is possible. Jake and [his] brother are training hard [to become] boxers. [They] try to [show] respect for the community. The kids have good potential and the people need to respect that.
“I don’t feel pressure any more because everything I do in this sport and MMA I do with my heart.
“I think now is the next step for me. I try to enjoy my life, and when people think that’s too much pressure because I need to prove that I represent the MMA Community – no, I represent myself and represent my fans.”
Jake Paul’s glove tonight
Jake Paul will wear specially-made “snooze” boxing gloves after predicting a knockout victory over UFC legend Anderson Silva.
And he vowed to make up for lost time with a career-best victory over Brazilian icon Silva.
He said: “Knock him out before round five – that’s my prediction and I strong, strongly believe in that.
“Respectfully knock him out. With love and grace and a kiss.”
Paul is set to play up to his words by wearing a pair of custom-made Grant gloves with “ZZZ” written on them.
Why Dana White is the real reason for fight
Jake Paul revealed Dana White is the reason he is fighting UFC legend Anderson Silva.
Paul said: “I think it’s because I’m the No1 figurehead that is exposing his business model and how much of a shark he is and how poorly he treats his fighters.
“He said I wouldn’t fight Anderson Silva, who is one of UFC’s greats, and now here I am fighting him.
“And he largely, in part, promoted that. He’s the reason why I took this fight… it’s to prove him wrong and shut him the hell up.”
Paul vs Silva in net worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Jake Paul is valued at £52m ($60m) compared to Silva’s £16m ($18m).
The Brazilian was one of the UFC’s highest-paid PPV stars during his iconic career, before departing in 2020.
His biggest guaranteed purse was $800,000 the night he faced Nick Diaz, although he would have earned more through box office bonuses.
Paul claimed he would be giving Silva’s his highest ever payday, something the old icon denied.
What Paul did say to Silva?
Jake Paul and Anderson Silva’s friendly rivalry turned sour during their face off after the weigh in.
And Paul could be seen whispering far from sweet nothings towards Silva.
Paul said roared: “I said to him ‘it’s my generation, it’s my time’. To be a legend you’ve got to beat a legend.
“It’s time for war, I asked him if he’s ready. It’s been nice nice nice, it’s been swet sweet sweet.
“I respect that man but he’s trying to take the food off of my plate, he’s trying to stop my run.”
What happened at the weigh in?
Jake Paul weighed a career-lowest for his fight with Anderson Silva.
One the day before the toughest test of his boxing career, Paul hit the scales at 186.5lb, under the agreed upon catchweight with Silva.
He said: “Let’s go. Biggest fight of year, Paul-Silva, Showtime get it right now.”
The American’s five prior wins all came around the 190lb mark, and he wanted to return at 185lb.
But UFC legend Silva negotiated a compromise of 187lb, with the Brazilian also coming in under the limit at 186.1lb.
Jake Paul vs Anderson Silva undercard
The undercard here is getting underway in mere hours around 1am UK time.
NFL star Le’Veon Bell is also in action as he takes retired UFC fighter Uriah Hall.
And lightweight prospect Ashton Sylve also takes to the ring to face Braulio Rodriguez.
Elsewhere on the card, heavyweight Jeremiah Milton, Chris Avila and Adrian Rodriguez are in action.
- Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva
- Ashton Sylve vs. Braulio Rodriguez
- Alexandro Santiago vs. Antonio Nieves
- Le’Veon Bell vs. Uriah Hall
- Mikhail Varshavski vs. Chris Avila
- Jeremiah Milton vs. Quintin Sumpter
- Danny Barrios Flores vs. Edgar Ortiz Jr.
- Adrian Rodriguez vs. Dominique Griffin
- Eliezer Silva vs. Phillip Carmouche
Jake Paul vs Anderson Silva tale of the tape
How Jake Paul and Anderson Silva compare ahead of the HUGE fight between the pair tonight.
The atmosphere is heating up in Arizona, and the main event is scheduled for around 4am UK time, which is 11pm ET.
Here. We. Go!
Welcome to Jake Paul vs Anderson Silva
Jake Paul warned Anderson Silva that it is his time to shine ahead of the biggest fight of his life.
The YouTuber-turned boxer returns TONIGHT in Arizona, in his first bout in ten months.
And he has enjoyed a pleasant build up with Silva – the man he once looked up to – but it has been a story of idol-turned rival for Paul.
He roared: “I said to him ‘it’s my generation, it’s my time’. To be a legend you’ve got to beat a legend.
“It’s time for war, I asked him if he’s ready. It’s been nice nice nice, it’s been swet sweet sweet.
“I respect that man but he’s trying to take the food off of my plate, he’s trying to stop my run.
“Guess what? I’m f****ng him up, I’m f****ng him up!” Silva said:
“I’m so happy to be here and I’m going to do my best to make a good show for everyone. “Of course I’m going to win, I’m training for that fight.”
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
