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After much time relentless pushing, Jake Paul may have finally succeeded in getting Canelo Alvarez to consider stepping into the ring with him—but there’s a catch.
Jake Paul vs Canelo Alvarez
Canelo Alvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion and one of the greatest boxers of this generation, recently opened up about the possibility of fighting the social media star-turned-boxer Jake Paul. While Alvarez has previously dismissed the idea, he seems to have softened his stance, albeit with a key stipulation.
Canelo’s One Condition
During a candid discussion on the Full Send Podcast, Alvarez admitted he’d entertain a fight with Paul—but only after retiring from high-level competition.
“[Would I fight Jake Paul?] When I’m done with boxing, why not?” Alvarez stated. “Maybe, maybe I’ll do it... Yeah, when I’m done competing at the top.”
Alvarez explained that while Paul’s antics and self-promotion have drawn criticism from boxing purists, they’ve also brought a new audience to the sport.
“They want to watch Jake Paul because he brings fans from another world, right? That’s good because everybody [gets to] enjoy it. Maybe [I’ll fight Jake Paul in the future]. Maybe.”
Jake Paul’s Rise to Notoriety
Paul, who initially rose to fame as a YouTuber, has carved out a controversial yet undeniable presence in professional boxing. His recent match against Mike Tyson shattered records, boasting the largest non-Vegas gate in combat sports history and garnering over 100 million views worldwide. While his skills are often debated, Paul’s ability to market himself has brought significant attention to the sport.
For years, Paul has been calling out Canelo Alvarez, citing his own growing résumé and ability to sell pay-per-views as reasons why the fight should happen. With Alvarez now open to the idea—albeit under his terms—Paul’s persistence may finally pay off.
Canelo’s Take on Influencer Boxing
Despite his openness to a potential match, Alvarez made it clear that he views influencer boxing as fundamentally different from traditional competition.
“As fighters, I don’t know,” Alvarez remarked when asked about influencers entering the sport. “Because being a fighter is different. What they do, I think they do for business. And you need to respect that.”
Alvarez’s nuanced perspective acknowledges the impact influencers like Jake Paul have on boxing’s visibility, even if he questions their legitimacy as fighters.
What This Could Mean for Boxing
A Canelo Alvarez vs. Jake Paul matchup would be nothing short of a spectacle, bridging the gap between boxing purists and a younger, digitally-driven audience. While it may not happen until Alvarez is ready to hang up his gloves professionally, the fight’s potential for crossover appeal is massive.
For now, fans can only speculate about when—and if—this clash of worlds will occur. However, with Canelo’s acknowledgment of Paul’s impact and a hint of willingness, the seeds have been planted for one of boxing’s most talked-about potential events.
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