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jake paul is labeled tommy fury Briton’s father left “scared” after demanding more from his son to take part in a rematch with the American.
john furyJoe, who also serves as Tommy’s trainer, said a Paul rematch was an option for his son’s next fight as he revealed that talks are ongoing.
“Well, we’re trying to do what we can. We’re looking at a rematch with Jake Paul,” John Fury explained ifl tv“We’re trying to dot some I’s and cross some T’s.
“I gave them a number, let’s see if they can meet it. If they don’t meet the number… bullshit.”
Paul posted on social media in response, as he hit out at Fury and his father.
“You’re making a big mistake. Let’s just say Tommy is scared.” Paul said on social media. “Nobody’s giving Tommy $15 million. So you better be upset.”
Fury handed Paul his first and only professional defeat of 2023, outboxing Paul in eight rounds and claiming a split decision victory.
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But he has fought only twice since then. Eight months after his victory over Paul, Fury defeated another YouTuber and Paul’s longtime rival, KSI.
Fury then spent nearly two years out of the ring, battling alcoholism and a career-interrupting hand injury that required surgery before returning to fighting.
His comeback was somewhat successful as Fury dusted off the cobwebs in May by knocking out Kenan Hanjalik in six rounds.
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While Fury has been out of action, Paul has been actively pursuing a rematch, taking every opportunity to call out Tyson Fury’s half-brother and previously offering him $4 million to renew their hostility.
But that didn’t stop his career and has put in an impressive performance, going unbeaten in six bouts against a diverse mix of characters including Nate Diaz, Andre August, Ryan Borland, Mike Perry, Mike Tyson and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.
Based on Paul’s reaction to Fury’s father, it doesn’t seem like a rematch will happen in the near future. But Paul’s focus is elsewhere, as he prepares for another controversial fight.
This time, he will share the ring with the current WBA Lightweight Champion. gervonta davisOn November 14 in Miami.
The fight is labeled as an exhibition, but will be scored by three judges, one of whom will be an AI, and the winner will be announced on the night.
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