Usyk announced a fight with Jake Paul.

Ukrainian world champion Oleksandr Usyk announced a possible fight with American blogger and boxer Jake Paul under MMA rules. This was reported by the publication 'Glavcom', citing the fight's poster on social media.

This decision surprised many, especially considering Usyk's success in the fight against Tyson Fury and Paul's victory over Mike Tyson.

One of the former UFC fighters, Dan Hardy, shared his thoughts on this fight. He believes that Usyk has a good chance of winning due to his impressive footwork and smart fighting style. According to Hardy, Paul may face serious difficulties due to his limited wrestling skills.

'Usyk will do well in the world of mixed martial arts. I don’t see any chances for Paul in this fight. He has to fight standing up, but his skills in this area are not up to par. Usyk is a smart and dynamic athlete who will definitely not allow his opponent to get close. This will be a tough fight for the American,' said Hardy.

Usyk VS Paul

Oleksandr Usyk is a renowned Ukrainian professional boxer who gained worldwide fame for his impressive achievements in the heavyweight division. He is the world champion according to the WBC, WBA, WBO, IBO, and The Ring versions. Usyk also became the undisputed world champion in the cruiserweight division in 2018, defeating Murat Gassiev in the final of the World Boxing Super Series. His features include high technique, intelligence in the ring, and incredible foot mobility. Usyk's last fight with Tyson Fury in December 2024 ended with his victory.

Jake Paul is an American video blogger, actor, and professional boxer known for his videos on Vine and YouTube. In 2020, he began his career in professional boxing and already has 11 victories, of which 7 were by knockout. Paul is also known for his show boxing matches, including his victory over Mike Tyson in November 2024.

Paul actively uses his popularity to promote boxing among youth and create shows that attract millions of viewers. He also runs the promotional company Most Valuable Promotions, which helps organize fights and support young talents.