Jake Paul to Face Mike Perry in July Fight

YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul has announced his next fight, which will take place on July 20 at Amalie Arena in Florida against MMA star Mike Perry.

The fight was originally scheduled to be against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, but Tyson was forced to withdraw due to medical issues, with the fight rescheduled for November 15.

Rather than wait for the new date, Paul opted not to squander his training camp and will face Perry, an undefeated BKFC fighter, in an event billed as “Fear No Man”.

In a statement to ESPN, Paul said: “When Paul vs. Tyson was rescheduled, I knew immediately that I wanted to still fight on Saturday, July 20.

Now, as I prepare for my fight against Iron Mike, there’s no better opponent for me than Mike Perry. He’s a proven knockout artist who has shown to be a maniac in and out of the ring.

This is the perfect experience for me to gain in advance of facing Mike Tyson. But getting that experience comes with risk. Those who know me know I’m a risk taker and while ‘Platinum’ Perry might try to end me, I’m Titanium Jake Paul and I fear no man.

I’m going to get the W and give everyone a preview of what I’m bringing to the ring against Mike Tyson. Tune in on DAZN PPV as I return to Tampa and send ‘Platinum’ Perry the Platypus back to bare knuckle for good.”

Perry has a record of 14-7 in MMA with 10 knockouts. He is known for his aggressive fighting style and has won his last three fights in the BKFC.

The fight is expected to be a competitive one, with both fighters possessing knockout power. Paul will be looking to prove that he is a legitimate boxer, while Perry will be looking to make a name for himself in the boxing world.

The event will be streamed live on DAZN PPV.