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'Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley 2' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - December 18, 2021
Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley will meet inside the squared circle in a short-notice boxing rematch tonight in Tampa, Florida. Paul (4-0) previously defeated Woodley (0-1) by split decision in a high-profile boxing match which took place back earlier this summer in Cleveland. ‘The Chosen One’ hurt the YouTube sensation in that fight and nearly earned a knockdown. However, Jake Paul would ultimately land the better volume of strikes throughout the course of the contest and thus walked away with the split decision victory.
Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley have intense final faceoff (Video)
Cole Shelton - December 17, 2021
Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley had a fiery faceoff after their ceremonial weigh-ins on Friday. Paul and Woodley are set to headline a Showtime boxing pay-per-view on Saturday night in Tampa, Florida. It’s an intriguing matchup given they had just fought less than four months ago in August where Paul won by split decision. Although the last fight only happened a short time ago, both men are confident they will knock one another out.
Deron Williams vs. Frank Gore now an exhibition match on Jake Paul-Tyron Woodley 2 undercard
Cole Shelton - December 17, 2021
Deron Williams and Frank Gore will no longer be considered professional boxers. Williams a former NBA star and two-time Olympic gold medalist was set to make his pro boxing debut against Gore a longtime NFL running back. The fight was set to be on the Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley 2 undercard on Saturday night on Showtime, but it was going to be a pro bout. However, on Friday, ESPN revealed the fight has now been changed to an exhibition. Even though it will be an exhibition, a winner will still be declared.
Jake Paul gets heated after ceremonial weigh-in for Tyron Woodley rematch: 'I'm f*****g him up' (Video)
Cole Shelton - December 17, 2021
Jake Paul got heated after his ceremonial weigh-in for his rematch against Tyron Woodley. Paul and Woodley are set to headline a Showtime boxing pay-per-view on Saturday night in Tampa, Florida. It’s an intriguing matchup given they had just fought less than four months ago in August where Paul won by split decision. However, many had thought Paul had clearly won the fight despite being rocked at one point.
Jake Paul reveals planned jump to MMA: “I’m gonna go get coached up by Jav Mendez and Team Khabib”
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2021
YouTuber turned pro boxer Jake Paul has revealed that he plans on transitioning over to mixed martial arts in the future. While he may currently be focusing on his boxing career, Jake Paul has made it clear that he wants to spend a lot of time in the combat sports sphere. This Saturday night, he’ll get another taste of what it’s like to be in there with an MMA star as he gears up for a rematch with former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley.
Tyron Woodley on rematch with Jake Paul: “It favors me because I’m the person that’s known to make the adjustments”
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2021
Former UFC champion Tyron Woodley has explained why he should be the favourite heading into his rematch with Jake Paul. This Saturday night in Tampa, Tyron Woodley will get the chance to avenge the defeat he suffered against Jake Paul back in the summer. On that night, Woodley was almost credited with a knockdown in a bout that ultimately went the way of Paul in the eyes of the judges.
Jake Paul gifted with $500k ‘Most Valuable Boxer’ belt ahead of Tyron Woodley rematch
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2021
Jake Paul has been given a pretty lucrative present in the lead-up to his Tyron Woodley rematch – a $500,000 belt. While he was supposed to be fighting Tommy Fury tomorrow night, Jake Paul hasn’t allowed the change of opponent to shift his mindset. “The Problem Child” is locked in and ready to go as he prepares to head into battle against Tyron Woodley for the second time this year.
Pro fighters make their picks for Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley 2
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2021
In the main event of a Showtime boxing pay-per-view and on Fite TV, Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley are set to rematch. Heading into the fight, Paul is a -260 favorite while the former UFC champion is a +210 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their prediction for the boxing match. The majority believe Woodley can get it done as long as he throws more punches although some think Paul is just the better boxer.
‘Jake Paul vs Tyron Woodley 2’ Fight Card and Start Times
Harry Kettle - December 13, 2021
This Saturday night, Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley will meet inside the squared circle in a short-notice boxing rematch. On August 29 of this year, Jake Paul beat Tyron Woodley via split decision to maintain his unbeaten pro boxing record at the expense of the former UFC welterweight champion. On December 18, he was initially scheduled to take on Tommy Fury down in Tampa, Florida.
Dana White urges fans not to believe the ‘BS’ about fighter pay: “Most UFC fighters make more than boxers”
Susan Cox - December 10, 2021
The issue of fighter pay has been a hot topic the past two years with Dana White and the UFC being subject to much criticism. Fans have bared witness to numerous fighters pleading with UFC officials for a performance bonus following their respective wins over the years.
John Fury claims “a complete idiot in the gym” is responsible for Tommy’s injury
Susan Cox - December 9, 2021
John Fury claims “a complete idiot in the gym” is responsible for Tommy having to pullout of his fight with Jake Paul. Tommy Fury (7-0) and Jake Paul (4-0) were set to collide in a highly anticipated boxing match on December 18th. However, the Englishman suffered a broken rib in training and was forced to withdraw from the contest.
Bob Arum on the ‘amateur pedigree’ of Jake Paul: “I'm inclined to believe that an experienced fighter in his weight class will demolish him”
Susan Cox - December 9, 2021
Boxing promoter Bob Arum has shared his thoughts on Jake Paul and how the YouTuber would fare against a experienced fighter. Paul (4-0) is set to rematch former UFC champion Tyron Woodley (0-1) in his next fight on December 18 in Tampa Bay, this after his original opponent Tommy Fury was forced to withdraw from the event due to injury (more on that here).
Deontay Wilder hints at possible retirement two months after KO loss to Tyson Fury: 'I have accomplished all my goals in this sport'
Cole Shelton - December 8, 2021
Deontay Wilder is pondering his fighting future. Wilder last fought back in October in his trilogy fight against Tyson Fury for the heavyweight title. It was a back-and-forth fight as both men got dropped but in the end, it was Fury winning by 11th-round KO.
Tyron Woodley vows to put Jake Paul 'to sleep' in their rematch: 'I’m ready to f*****g go'
Cole Shelton - December 8, 2021
Tyron Woodley is as confident as ever heading into his boxing fight rematch with Jake Paul. Woodley, who lost by split decision back in August, agreed to rematch Paul on just 12 days’ notice. Although it is a short notice fight, Woodley says he has been training for months as he thought something may happen and he would get the rematch.
George Kambosos Jr. plans to train MMA with Alex Volkanovski: “You might see me make my UFC debut in the near future”
Harry Kettle - December 8, 2021
Boxing star George Kambosos Jr. has teased the idea of training in mixed martial arts with UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski. Less than two weeks ago, George Kambosos Jr. shocked the boxing world when he defeated Teofimo Lopez to capture the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and The Ring lightweight titles. It was the kind of win that changed everything we thought we knew about the weight class, even though the champion himself probably felt like this was a long time coming.
Holly Holm among 2022 boxing Hall of Fame inductees
Cole Shelton - December 7, 2021
Holly Holm will be going into the boxing Hall of Fame. It was revealed on Tuesday that the former UFC bantamweight champion is among the five fighters apart of the 2022 class. Of course, Holm was known for her boxing career before transitioning to MMA.
Ryan Garcia slams Floyd Mayweather for lying about fight offers: “I know you like to beat on ‘pretty girls’ but this one going to beat your ass back”
Harry Kettle - December 7, 2021
Boxing star Ryan Garcia has slammed Floyd Mayweather and Gervonta Davis as the build to a potential fight between Garcia and Davis continues. Last Saturday night, Gervonta Davis took his pro boxing record to 26-0 with a hard-fought win over Isaac Cruz. In the immediate aftermath of his triumph, Ryan Garcia took to social media to call Davis out and claim that he wasn’t fighting elite-level opposition.
Logan Paul roasts Tommy Fury for pulling out of fight with his brother Jake
Harry Kettle - December 7, 2021
Logan Paul has mocked Tommy Fury for pulling out of his scheduled boxing showdown with Jake Paul due to injury. It was announced at the start of the week that the highly anticipated fight between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul would not be going ahead. Fury reportedly sustained an injury in training and because of that, it wasn’t feasible for the two to meet on December 18 as previously planned.