Jake Paul's Boxing Return Against Doumbe

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1. 29 Oct

   Paul is returning from a broken jaw after being knocked down three times and TKO’d by the former Olympic gold medalist Joshua.

   4 outlets · New York Post
2. 2 Nov

   Doumbe, a Cameroon-born Frenchman, was a kickboxing world champion and is now an MMA fighter.

   3 outlets · Al Jazeera

Coverage 8 articles

• 2 Nov Jake Paul’s next boxing opponent revealed as former kickboxing champ Cedric DoumbéJake Paul will box against former Bellator contender Cedric Doumbé on December 24 in Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena. Doumbé, a 34-year-old ex-kickboxing champion with a record of 75-7-1, hasn't fought since May 2024. The fight, originally rumored to feature former UFC fighter Darren Till, will take place at cruiserweight and is being promoted by Most Valuable Promotions.New York Post
• 2 Nov YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul back in the ring for Dec. 24 fight against MMA star DoumbeJake Paul, the former YouTuber turned professional boxer, will fight mixed martial arts star Cedric Doumbe on December 24 in Dubai. This 8-round cruiserweight bout comes after Paul’s loss to Anthony Joshua last year, which resulted in a broken jaw and his departure from the WBA rankings. Paul has won 12 out of his 14 professional fights since turning to boxing in 2020, including an upset victory over Mike Tyson…Toronto Star
• 2 Nov Jake Paul to fight MMA star Cedric DoumbeJake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer who lost to Anthony Joshua last year, will fight MMA star Cedric Doumbe on December 24 in Dubai. The bout, organized by Most Valuable Promotions, is set as a professionally sanctioned 8-round cruiserweight match at 90.7 kg (200 pounds). Paul, now ranked outside the WBA rankings after his loss to Joshua, has a pro boxing record of 12 wins and 2 losses since turning professional in…Al Jazeera
• 29 Oct YouTube star Jake Paul returns to boxing after Joshua loss for Dubai fightJake Paul, a popular YouTuber turned boxer, plans to return to boxing on December 24 in Dubai after suffering a knockout loss and broken jaw against Anthony Joshua last year. With his opponent yet to be announced, this fight will mark Paul's comeback following his sixth-round defeat by Joshua in Miami. Paul boasts an overall professional record of 12-2 but has faced criticism for exhibition bouts like his match with…Al Jazeera
• 29 Oct 'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 DecemberJake Paul will return to boxing on December 24 in Dubai, despite losing his last fight to Anthony Joshua and needing surgery afterward. Paul, who is 29 years old, has won 12 out of his 14 professional fights but faces uncertainty with this comeback bout. Promoter Nakisa Bidarian mentions that former UFC fighter Darren Till could be a potential opponent, among other names being considered for the event.BBC
• 29 Oct Jake Paul announces December fight as return to ring confirmed after Anthony Joshua defeatJake Paul, a YouTuber turned boxer, plans to return to the ring on December 24 in Dubai against an unnamed opponent. With a record of 14-2 (7 KOs), Paul recently fought Anthony Joshua and is known for taking risks by facing opponents at different weights. He views this upcoming fight as part of his journey to prove himself further, emphasizing that Dubai's mindset aligns with his own ambition.Evening Standard
• 29 Oct Jake Paul announces Christmas Eve comeback fight in Dubai after broken jaw threatened his careerJake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, is set to return to the ring on Christmas Eve in Dubai after breaking his jaw during his last fight with Anthony Joshua in December. Despite initial doubts about his career continuation, Paul confirmed he will be making a comeback in Dubai, though an opponent has yet to be announced. The boxer stated that this bout represents another chapter in his journey and emphasizes his…Fox News
• 29 Oct Jake Paul’s boxing return set for Christmas Eve in Dubai, with streaming partner in questionJake Paul is set to return to boxing on Christmas Eve in Dubai after breaking his jaw during a fight against Anthony Joshua last year. The opponent for the upcoming bout has not been confirmed but potential fighters include Darren Till and KSI. There are no current broadcast plans with Netflix, which streamed two of Paul’s previous fights, as speculation suggests they might reduce their involvement in live sports…New York Post

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