Why I'm Betraying Tommy Fury for Jake Paul (and laughing about it)

By Lewis Barnett 30 May, 2025 5 mins read 71 Views

Look, I'm gonna be straight with you about something that's been bugging me.

I used to spar with Tommy Fury back when we were both grinding our way up the ranks. Spent countless hours in dingy gyms, trading shots, building each other up. The guy was decent - still is, obviously. But now? Now I'm Team Jake Paul, and honestly, it feels weird as hell.

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Money talks louder than nostalgia

Marshall - that's me, by the way, former middleweight world champ if you're keeping track - just signed with Jake Paul's crew. Yeah, the YouTuber-turned-boxer everyone loves to hate. And when someone asked me who I'd root for in a Paul vs Fury rematch, I literally laughed out loud.

"Jake's paying me now, so I know where my bread's buttered!" I told them. Because what else am I gonna say?

It's not personal with Tommy. Business is business. The kid lost to Jake back in 2023 in Saudi Arabia - split decision, but still an L. Meanwhile, Jake's been on a tear with five straight wins since then, including that circus act against 58-year-old Mike Tyson that somehow pulled over 100 MILLION viewers on Netflix.

I watched. Sue me.

Yeah, I tuned in for the Tyson fight. Also caught the Mike Perry bout. Hell, I even watched when Tommy beat Jake (though I conveniently forget about that one sometimes). What can I say? I'm a bit of a fan now.

The whole Tyson thing was controversial as hell - bringing a 58-year-old legend out of retirement felt wrong to a lot of people. But those viewing numbers don't lie. Love him or hate him, Jake Paul knows how to put on a show.

June 28th and the circus continues

Paul's back in action against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr on June 28th. Another former world champ, another name that carries weight. Jake's dropping back down to cruiserweight for this one, which makes sense given Chavez Jr's size.

Two weeks after that, he's promoting Katie Taylor's trilogy fight against Amanda Serrano in New York. Taylor's beaten Serrano twice already, but their rivalry is box office gold. And guess what? I'm on that undercard.

My shot at redemption (finally)

I'll be facing Shadasia Green for the IBF and WBO super-middleweight titles on July 11th. Green's 35, American, and hits like a truck. She's formidable - the kind of opponent who can end your night early if you're not careful.

"I've had trouble getting on shows and that sort of thing," I admitted recently. It's frustrating when you're a former world champ and still struggling for opportunities. But this Jake Paul connection? It's opened doors.

Green's strong, she can whack, and honestly, I think our fight might be one of the better scraps on the whole card. Not to take anything away from Taylor-Serrano III, but when two women who can genuinely bang step into the ring together, magic happens.

The loyalty question

So yeah, if Tommy and Jake run it back, I know exactly where I'll be sitting. Front row, cheering for my boss. It's not about friendship or history or any of that sentimental garbage.

It's about opportunity. It's about finally getting the fights I deserve. And if that means switching sides from an old sparring partner to a YouTube star who's revolutionizing boxing promotion...

Well, that's just good business.

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How to Deliver an Effective Uppercut in Boxing

When delivered with precision, the uppercut can change a fight. You can lower your rearhand slightly by bending your knees and dropping your level. Your rear foot should be angled backwards and your hip thrust upwards as you move your rear hand upwards in a sweeping upward arc to your opponent's face or body. Use your lead hand to shield your face and use your legs and core, not only your arm, to generate power.