Love him or hate him, Jake Paul has quickly become one of the most well-known figures in professional boxing. Since starting his boxing career in January 2020, the social media star has achieved a record of 12 wins and 1 loss, participating in some of the biggest boxing matches in recent years and attracting a large following to the sport. While fights like his 2024 match against Mike Tyson have drawn record audiences, some boxing experts view them as more entertainment than serious competition.
In November 2025, Jones Jr. talked to talkSPORT BET just before Jake Paul’s planned Netflix fight. He explained that while Jake Paul and other influencers are bringing more attention to boxing, he feels they’re distracting from the sport’s most skilled boxers, almost like a sideshow.
Boxing has become more about entertainment than actual competition. The spectacle and drama surrounding fights often overshadow the boxing itself. We’re seeing less and less of the best fighters competing against each other, and it’s become predictable. That’s why people are drawn to seemingly even matchups, even if they’re not top-tier, just for the sake of a competitive fight.
Jake Paul recently lost a fight to Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and was set to fight Gervonta Davis on November 14 in a bout streamed on Netflix. However, that fight was canceled when Davis was involved in a civil lawsuit, according to ESPN. Now, Paul, who is also a social media personality and the brother of Logan Paul, a WWE star, is looking for a new opponent, but it won’t likely be a top-ranked boxer.
There’s a lot of talk about Ryan Garcia as a possible next opponent for Paul, and ESPN reports he’s a strong contender. While boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. thinks the fight would be popular, he’s concerned it might overshadow other important matches. He believes focusing on this fight could mean missing out on other good opportunities.
Take the fight between Jake and Ryan, for instance. Jake might win because of Ryan’s smaller size, but Ryan has the power to knock Jake out with one punch. It’s a truly unpredictable fight, which is what makes it appealing. However, we’re not seeing big matchups like Tyson Fury versus Anthony Joshua materialize. That’s a key reason why influencer boxing is becoming so popular – at least those fights deliver exciting, evenly matched contests.
As Jones notes, many highly anticipated boxing matches never materialize, even when fans desperately want to see them. Interestingly, fights involving social media stars like Jake Paul and KSI, while lacking the traditional prestige and championship stakes, often actually happen. These fights tend to be evenly matched and don’t require fans to wait years to see them, unlike some other desired matchups.
Whether you like him or not, Jake Paul has become a major figure in boxing and popular culture. Officially ranked by the World Boxing Association, he’s proven he knows how to put on a show, both in and outside the ring, and he’s earned the spotlight he receives.
We don’t have a confirmed date for Jake Paul’s next fight on Netflix yet, but it’s expected sometime before the end of 2025. Expect to hear more details announced soon.
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2025-11-13 22:16