Honestly? When I first heard Jake Paul rattling off his next six opponents, I had to double-check if this was real or some fever dream.
The YouTube sensation turned legitimate(?) boxer just dropped his "hefty" wish list after his upcoming June 28th scrap with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. And listen - this isn't your typical influencer nonsense. We're talking Anthony Joshua, world champions, and some genuinely dangerous fighters who could put him in the hospital.
The List That Made My Jaw Drop
Paul told his Most Valuable Promotions crew: "After Chavez I think Gervonta Davis, Anthony Joshua, KSI, Tommy Fury, Ryan Garcia, Badou Jack. It's a pretty hefty list." Pretty hefty? That's like saying the Pacific Ocean is "pretty wet."
Let me break this down because some of these names are absolutely bonkers. Gervonta Davis - the guy who knocks people into different time zones. Anthony Joshua - former heavyweight champion who could probably bench press Jake's entire crew. And Badou Jack, the actual WBC world champion at 41 who's been doing this since Jake was making Vine videos.
AJ in 2026? (I'm Not Making This Up)
The most ridiculous part? Paul claims he and Joshua already have a "verbal agreement" to fight in 2026. My editor bet me $20 that this never happens, but honestly... stranger things have occurred in boxing. Remember when we all laughed at Jake fighting Mike Tyson?
Joshua's 35, still dangerous as hell, and probably weighs about 50 pounds more than Paul on fight night. But the money would be absolutely insane - we're talking nine figures potentially.
Tank Davis: The Exhibition That Could Kill Him
Here's where it gets interesting (and terrifying). Paul wants an exhibition with Gervonta "Tank" Davis later this year. Davis was supposed to fight Jake this summer until that controversial draw with Lamont Roach in March - and yeah, they're rematching in August because boxing politics are messy like that.
Tank hits like a freight train carrying dynamite. Even in an exhibition, one slip and Jake's waking up next Tuesday.
The Grudge Matches Nobody Asked For
Then there's the personal stuff. Ryan Garcia - who used to be Paul's buddy until they started throwing social media haymakers at each other. Garcia just got upset by Rolando Romero (ouch) but says he'd jump from 147lb to 185lb just to fight Jake. That's dedication... or stupidity.
KSI's been circling this fight for years, but they can't agree on weight. Paul's fighting at 200lb now after ballooning to 227lb for the Tyson circus. KSI's last fight was at 183lb - that's over a stone difference, which is basically fighting a different species.
Tommy Fury: The Only Guy Who Beat Him
And then there's Tommy Fury. The only name on Paul's record that stings.
Paul's still salty about that 2023 split decision loss, and honestly, I get it. He told reporters: "I definitely think that will happen at some point Tommy just has to be realistic about what he's worth and taking the amazing deal that we had."
Translation: Tommy needs to accept less money because his only valuable opponent is Jake. Brutal but probably accurate.
"I can fight any big name opponents all Tommy has is me," Paul continued. "But I do wanna make the rematch happen and I definitely know that I'm going to destroy and knock him out."
The Reality Check Nobody Wants to Hear
Look, I've covered enough of these Paul fights to know the pattern. Half this list will never happen because of money, weight classes, or basic common sense. But the other half?
That's where boxing gets weird in 2025.
Paul's actually improved - I hate admitting that, but it's true. His team's legit, his preparation is professional, and he's got enough money to make almost any fight happen. The Chavez Jr. fight on June 28th is at cruiserweight (200lb), which puts him in range for most of these callouts.
Except Joshua. That's still completely insane.
But you know what? I said the same thing about Tyson, and we all saw how that ended. In 2025, apparently anything's possible if you've got enough YouTube subscribers and a decent left hook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Boxing can I begin at any age?
Yes, as long you're in good health and your doctor has given you clearance to begin boxing. Boxing is a flexible sport that can be tailored to suit people of any age or fitness level.
What is the difference in amateur and professional boxing?
Amateur boxing focuses more on the sporting aspect. It focuses on technique, skill and scoring points than on knockouts. Often, the rounds are shorter and require protective headgear. Professional boxing involves a full-time job with longer bouts, no protective headgear, a focus on power and knockouts and no headgear.
What should I be focusing on as a newbie in boxing
As a beginner you should focus your attention on the correct technique and form. It is important to master the basics of punching, develop a solid defense, improve your footwork and condition. Beginne slowly, prioritise technique over strength, and ask for guidance from an experienced coach.
How long is it necessary to learn boxing?
It can take a long time to master boxing. This depends on many factors, including natural ability, consistency of training, quality instruction, and commitment to practice. On average, with regular training, you could see significant improvement in your basic skills within a few months.
Statistics
- Studies suggest that about 30% of beginner boxers tend to neglect the importance of footwork in their initial training phase.
- Roughly 75% of beginners do not employ adequate defensive tactics in their first sparring sessions.
- On average, beginners who undergo proper boxing training can expect to burn anywhere from 300 to 500 calories per hour.
- It is estimated that 60% of beginner boxers do not use the correct size gloves, which can increase the risk of injury.
- Nearly 80% of boxing training injuries are related to incorrect technique, especially within the first three months of taking up the sport.
- Beginner boxers tend to make the mistake of holding their breath in 70% of cases during their initial training sessions.
- Research indicates that nearly 70% of punches thrown by boxers during a match are jabs.
- Approximately 80% of boxing injuries occur during training, not in actual competition.
- An analysis of boxing workouts demonstrates that participants can maintain a heart rate at 75-85% of their maximum, which is the optimal range for cardiovascular training.
- Around 90% of boxers suffer a minor injury over the course of a year, with only 10-15% experiencing a moderate to severe injury.
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