Jake Paul is set to return to the boxing ring for an interim fight with “Platinum” Mike Perry on July 20th, a match originally intended to be the date for his bout with Mike Tyson, which has since been postponed.
Paul announced the upcoming fight on Tuesday, sparking considerable interest among boxing and mixed martial arts fans alike.
Mike Perry is predominantly recognized for his career in mixed martial arts, having competed in the UFC where he tallied a record of 14 wins and 8 losses, including 11 knockouts over 15 appearances.
Following the expiration of his UFC contract in 2021, Perry transitioned to the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, where he has remained undefeated in five bouts. He currently holds the title of top-ranked middleweight and is second in the pound-for-pound rankings within the BKFC.
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Perry’s journey into combat sports began in grade school with boxing, though his professional boxing record includes a solitary bout in 2015 against Kenneth McNeil, which ended in a knockout defeat for Perry. This backdrop sets the stage for an intriguing clash against Jake Paul, who has carved out a new niche in boxing with a record of 9 wins and 1 loss, including six knockouts. Paul’s most recent victory came in March, where he secured a first-round TKO against Ryan Bourland.
Looking ahead, Paul’s much-anticipated fight against boxing legend Mike Tyson is scheduled for November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This venue, known as the home of the Dallas Cowboys, is expected to draw a massive crowd for the event.
The bout between Jake Paul and Mike Perry will be available for viewing on DAZN, ensuring that fans won’t miss the action. In discussing his upcoming fights, Paul took to social media to share his thoughts, making it clear that while he is focused on Perry, the looming showdown with Tyson is never far from his mind. His post read:
“1 Mike, 2 Mikes, 3 Mikes, 4. The fact is every opponent has touched the floor. 5 months until Tyson and I go to war. So in the meantime, me & Perry are going to make Tampa roar. I fear no man, anytime, anywhere, anyplace. On July 20th it’s going to be another W, so let us say grace. For the BKFC champ, who will take a knee. Then we will go to Ireland and take McGregor’s equity.”
This blend of bravado and lyrical flourish typifies Paul’s approach to promoting his fights, keeping fans engaged and adding a layer of entertainment to the build-up of each event.
As the date approaches, the boxing community is abuzz with anticipation to see how these bouts unfold.
