Influencer-turned-boxer, Jake Paul, continues his profession within the ring now with a bout in opposition to Andre August this weekend, however what are the small print for the struggle?
A win for the “Downside Little one” maybe securing him higher purses for 2024 and even, some championship struggle not too lengthy after his large cash contest vs Tommy Fury in February 2023, the place he knocked the Brit down however misplaced by way of resolution.
Paul steps into the ring on the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida, United States on Friday, December 15.
The undercard is scheduled to start at 19:30 ET while Paul and August are due up at roughly 22:30, relying on how rapidly the opposite fights are dealt with.
DAZN will broadcast the struggle to greater than 200 international locations together with america by its unique platform, with Sky channels in the UK additionally airing the struggle.
Who’s Andre August?
Hailing from Houston, August boasts a report of 10 wins, one loss, and one draw, securing 5 victories by way of knockout. Throughout his novice profession, he clinched the regional Golden Gloves Championship thrice and stood as a two-time Texas state runner-up.
Transitioning to the skilled recreation in 2013, the now 35-year-old fighter skilled his preliminary defeat in his sixth match however rallied with 5 consecutive wins. His most up-to-date bout in August marked a triumphant return after practically 4 years, triumphing over Brandon Martin.
Notably, his opponents collectively held a report of 34 wins, 65 losses, and 6 attracts earlier than dealing with him, with three of them making their skilled debut.
“Jake Paul has the cash, the celebrity, the workforce, and the sources however he does not have my starvation,” stated August. “When that bell rings, I’m going to go straight to Jake Paul and ring his bell and ship him again to YouTube for good.”
Story of the Tape
Jake Paul:
Age: 26
Peak: 6ft1in
Attain: 76in
Whole fights: eight
File: 7-1 (4 KO’s)
Andre August:
Nationality: American
Age: 35
Peak: 5ft 10in (ft)
Attain: not accessible
Whole fights: 12
File: 10-1-1 (5 KO’s)