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Ryan Garcia has set his sights on a high-profile clash against Jake Paul, declaring he would "knock him out within four or five rounds" if the two ever met in the boxing ring. Garcia made the bold prediction during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show earlier this week, sparking buzz about a potential showdown between two of boxing’s most polarizing figures.
"If Jake fights the way he fought with Mike [Tyson], I genuinely believe I would knock him out within four or five rounds," Garcia stated. His confidence stems from Paul’s recent exhibition bout against 58-year-old Tyson on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Despite securing a unanimous decision victory, Paul admitted to carrying Tyson throughout the fight, leading many—including Garcia—to question his performance.
The Path to a Potential Superfight: Ryan Garcia vs Jake Paul
Garcia, 26, revealed that he plans to pursue a fight with Paul in 2025 following his scheduled exhibition bout against Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo on December 30 in Tokyo. However, Garcia’s immediate future is clouded by controversy. He is currently serving a one-year suspension from the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) due to two failed drug tests. Despite the setback, Garcia remains eager to return to the ring and give fans what they crave.
"Everywhere I go, people are asking me to fight Jake Paul," Garcia said. "I gotta give the people what they want. That's what I'm used to doing."
Jake Paul: The Rising Boxing Brand
Jake Paul, 27, has continued to evolve from a former YouTuber into one of boxing’s most talked-about stars. His Most Valuable Promotions has helped Paul transition from the realm of influencer boxing to legitimate matchups, yet a bout with Garcia would be his most challenging to date.
Despite Paul’s impressive ability to generate headlines and hype, Garcia’s speed and precision would present a vastly different challenge than Tyson’s aging skillset. A Garcia-Paul fight promises not only an intriguing clash of styles but also a massive financial spectacle, given both fighters' extensive fanbases.
Hype or Reality?
While the idea of Garcia vs. Paul has the boxing world buzzing, nothing is officially in the works. Garcia admitted that he hasn’t received any formal communication from Paul’s camp but remains hopeful.
"I haven’t heard from Most Valuable Promotions yet, but I’m ready. This fight would be huge, and I think the fans know that," Garcia added.
If this matchup materializes, it could redefine crossover boxing and usher in a new era of high-profile, non-traditional fights. Until then, fans will have to wait and see whether Garcia’s bold prediction becomes reality or remains another chapter in boxing’s ongoing saga of trash talk and speculation.
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