JAKE PAUL fights Nate Diaz with his boxing career on the line – as defeat could spark an early retirement.
The YouTuber-turned boxer returns over the weekend against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz in Texas.
Jake Paul during his defeat to Tommy Fury
It comes following the first defeat of his polarising prizefighting career, having lost a split-decision to Tommy Fury in February.
So it leaves his future in boxing at stake when he steps foot between the ropes as a beaten man for the first time.
Paul’s business partner and advisor Nakisa Bidarian told ESPN: “He may retire if he loses to Nate Diaz.
“His boxing career is on the line, in terms of being one of the top three or four guys in the entire sport globally.
“I think if he was to lose, he’d just go to being another prospect that’s coming up in the ring.”
Paul snubbed a rematch with Fury, 24, to instead face Diaz, 38, who is now a free agent after a storied stint with the UFC.
And the chance to finally fight the MMA veteran and fans’ favourite proved too good to turn down.
Paul, 26, said: “Nate has a massive name, he’s a massive pay-per-view draw of the UFC times and to me that’s exciting.
“I haven’t yet fought a massive pay-per-view draw in the prime of their career while they’re still hot and active.
“So, to me that’s super exciting and there was that beef that was there and this online banter that was there back and forth that we’ve been trying to and wanting to fight for a long time.
“Then finally the stars aligned.”
Despite the allure of another career-crushing defeat, Paul insisted he only benefited from being beat for the first time.
He said: “After losing to Tommy I landed myself a bigger name and a bigger fight in terms of the ticket sales, the commercial pay-per-view.
“Everything is pointing towards this being the biggest event ever and I didn’t think that would be possible after losing to Tommy.
“So it’s interesting, I guess you can’t predict these things but I guess the number one thing is if people want to still see my fight then I’ll still have big fights.
“It’s really the fanbase that drives me, right. It’s like Deontay Wilder losing a couple of times to Tyson Fury but everyone still wants to see him fight.
“It all just depends and it’s really how you go out. If you’re going to get knocked out but if you lose a split-decision and it’s a war and it’s a good fight, it’s a lot easier to come back from that.”
Jake Paul facing off with Nate Diaz
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits to learning how to box?
If you want to learn how to box, then you should consider the following reasons:
- It builds confidence. Learning to box will give you the courage to face bullies or other people who might try to bully you.
- It is good for your health. Boxing builds muscle mass. Muscle mass makes you stronger.
- It helps you to learn self-defense skills. Learning how to fight is the first step to protecting yourself.
- It develops your mental toughness. Mental toughness is vital when facing difficult situations.
- It can give you a feeling of accomplishment. You’ll feel like a true boxer once you master a technique.
- It’s fun! There’s nothing better than getting punched in the stomach.
- It’s cheap. It only takes a pair if boxing gloves, and a punchingbag.
- It doesn’t need much space
What are the best ways to learn boxing defense from home?
Boxing is among the oldest forms of martial art known to man. Boxing is also considered to be one of the hardest sports to play. You can’t just punch someone across the face and make him go away. You have to be able to defend yourself against kicks and punches.
First, find a gym that offers boxing. Once you’ve found a good place to train, you’ll need to get some gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands while the headgear protects your head. You will also need shorts and a shirt.
Once you have everything you need, you will need to warm up. Start off slowly and gradually work your way up to full speed. Start sparring with another boxer when you feel confident. Don’t fret if you don’t succeed. Don’t worry if you miss. Just keep trying until it works.
What are the different types and uses of boxing gloves?
There are three main types of boxing gloves: mitts, fingerless mitts, and full-fingered gloves. Mitten gloves have padding at the knuckles. Fingerless mitts have no padding around the knuckles but still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
For punching with the fist, mittens can be used. Fingerless mitt gloves are used for punching or striking with the knuckle of the index finger. For punching with one fist, full-fingerered boxing gloves can be used.
What is the average time it takes to become a professional fighter?
Professional boxing requires dedication and years of hardwork. You will need to train at least 10 hours per semaine if you want to be a professional boxer.
Statistics
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
External Links
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How To
How to learn to box for exercise
How to Learn to Box for Exercise
You learn boxing to increase your physical fitness and self-confidence. Boxing is the most well-known sport in the world. It requires strength and speed as well agility, coordination, balance, power, and accuracy.
Boxing is a great way of getting fit and feeling good about yourself. It will be a fun activity that you will want to do again and again.
There are many different types of boxing training programs available. Some take place at gyms or health clubs while others require you to train at home. You can also study online from any location in the world.
You should ensure that the program you select meets your lifestyle and goals. The best programs will include exercises that help build muscle mass and flexibility, improve cardiovascular endurance, enhance well-being, as well as increase overall wellbeing.
It’s important to decide whether you prefer a beginner-level course or one that is more advanced. Beginner’s programs usually teach basic techniques and drills such as shadowboxing, sparring, mitt work, and punching combinations. Advanced programs typically offer a wider variety of exercises and cover more complex movements.
Beginners’ programs generally last around eight weeks and cost less than $100. These programs do not provide guidance about nutrition, weight, injury prevention or any other aspect of boxing training.
Advanced programs typically last six months and cost around $300. They can include nutrition advice, stretching routines, warm up exercises, and instructions on proper technique. Some programs include resistance training, such as lifting weights, and aerobic conditioning, such as running.
