J. Paul shows no interest in facing V. Belfort in boxing. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage
Provoked and publicly challenged by Vitor belfort after Brazilian's run over the legendary Evander Holyfield, Jake Paul doesn't seem to have any interest in the superfight. Days after the 'Phenomenon' massacre of the 58-year-old veteran, under the rules of boxing, the youtuber fired at the Tupiniquim and criticized the confrontation against the former champion in the 'noble art', pointing out the age difference as a determining factor for the ex-UFC's success.
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“He defeated a man, he disrespected boxing, in my opinion. Holyfield is a legend, but he shouldn't face someone in their 40s. He should be Mike Tyson against Holyfield, or something like that. It was sad to watch all that”, said Paul, in an interview with 'The MMA Hour'.
High on super challenges in the 'noble art', Paul went further. After criticizing the duel, the youtuber He turned his sights on Belfort himself. Challenged by the Brazilian after the tough knockout over Evander, the digital influencer minimized the Rio de Janeiro's achievement and pointed out reasons for not holding the confrontation
"It's ridiculous. There are better people out there. Vitor is not that big of a name. It's not even like Tyron (Woodley). I'm trying to become greater in each of these struggles, looking for challenges. I think Vitor is easier than Tyron. He's old, he's using steroids. He doesn't cheer me up. The money, yes. If they put up the money ($30 million), and prove it (to be real), maybe we can talk. It’s not as big as 10 other people who are challenging me and we’re talking,” he signed off.
phenomenon of YouTube, Jake made two appearances in 2021 alone. In April, the athlete shocked by running over the former Bellator and ONE Championship champion, Ben Askren and, in August, he overcame the former UFC welterweight (up to 77kg) leader, Tyron woodley.
Now, the young man waits for his next appointment. In addition to Belfort, the combatant was also challenged by Anderson Silva, who massacred Tito Ortiz in the fight before 'Vitor x Holyfield'. Recently, the digital influencer has been demanding a confrontation against Jorge masvidal e até Derek Brunson, also from Ultimate.
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