Jake Paul praised for his “shortcut” to get boxing title shot by ex-champ

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A previous boxing champion has alleged that Jake Paul may have resorted to a quicker route to secure a world title match, but it’s important to note that this ex-champion doesn’t entirely disapprove of him.

Initially, Jake Paul entered the boxing arena with a focus on resolving online disputes. But as he’s grown more committed, his goal now is to claim a world championship title.

This former YouTube personality-turned-boxer has accumulated several significant victories, enhancing an already impressive undefeated streak. He’s bested Andre August, Mike Tyson, and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., thereby boosting his standing in the rankings.

As a gamer, I just bagged a sweet ranking from the World Boxing Association after my thrilling win against Cesar Chavez Jr. Now, I’m eyeing a title fight, but here’s the catch – they say I might have taken a “shortcut”. Still waiting to sign on that dotted line for the big one, though.

Former WBO champion unsure on Jake’s boxing ranking

According to ex-WBO cruiserweight titleholder Chris Billam-Smith, he raised doubts about the legitimacy of Jake’s position in the rankings.

The British individual stated to The Independent, ‘I don’t object to him achieving a high ranking.’ However, it’s not that I’m completely fine with it, but rather I can see why it would happen. I don’t oppose Jake Paul, as he’s simply looking out for his own best interests.’

If his reputation and fanbase allow him to bypass certain paths and generate substantial revenue, it’s impressive. While his boxing skills might not be top-tier, he excels on a business level, which deserves respect. However, when it comes to evaluating him, there should still be some basis for ranking.

It’s worth mentioning that Jake’s position within the WBA has made him a topic of discussion for potential title bouts. There have been reports of negotiations between him and Badou Jack regarding a possible matchup.

To set the record straight, I’ve got to clarify some recent speculation regarding the ‘Problem Child’. There have been whispers about him allegedly asking other potential opponents to yield their shot at the title, enabling him to face the champion instead. However, this is merely a rumor, and I, as a die-hard fan, am hoping for an official statement from the team to clear up any misunderstandings.

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2025-07-24 17:19