Connect with us

Boxing

Jake Paul Confirms December 24 Dubai Fight, Ending Retirement Speculations

Published

on

"Jake Paul Confirms December 24 Dubai Fight, Ending Retirement Speculations"

MVP chief Nakisa Bidarian addresses questions over Paul’s boxing future following the Anthony Joshua injury, with a Christmas Eve comeback confirmed.

Jake Paul will fight again after the broken jaw he suffered against Anthony Joshua raised doubts about his boxing future. MVP has confirmed a December 24, 2026, comeback in Dubaiand promoter Nakisa Bidarian says Paul’s decision answers those who questioned his desire to return.

The opponent remains unconfirmed.

Bidarian put the injury and its aftermath at the centre of his comments about Paul’s first fight back.

“Twelve months ago he suffered a double broken jaw against a two-time heavyweight world champion and since then many have doubted his desire or need to return to boxing,” the MVP co-founder and CEO said.

“Well he is back, and that tells you everything about the competitor Jake Paul is and how much he loves this sport.”

Paul Answers With a Christmas Eve Comeback

Paul heads into his return with a 12-2 record and seven knockouts. His December 2025 meeting with Joshua preceded the year-long absence that will end when he headlines MVP’s card in the United Arab Emirates.

He has committed to another fight.

“I’m hungrier than ever, and on Thursday, December 24, I’m returning to the ring in Dubai to start the next chapter of my journey,” Paul said.

The comeback will also take Paul into a new location for his professional career. He has never contested a professional bout in Dubai, which will host the event through MVP’s cooperation agreement with the Dubai Sports Council and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism.

MVP has not yet named the opponent, venue or broadcaster. The promotion plans to release further details over the coming weeks, with no weight division or scheduled distance specified in the October 29 announcement.

Paul began his professional career in 2020. His headline appearances have since included Mike Tyson in November 2024 and Joshua the following December, with the latter leaving him facing a lengthy spell outside the ring.

Bidarian described the decision to resume fighting as evidence of Paul’s commitment to boxing. Paul, meanwhile, closed his comeback statement with a prediction for whoever signs to face him.

“Merry Christmas, Dubai. Santa Paul is coming to town, and somebody’s getting knocked out.”

Share this article

About the author

Boxing News 24 Desk

BoxingNews24.com has delivered independent boxing coverage since 2007, including original news, fight analysis, schedules, and results. Our experienced boxing writers cover major fighters and events worldwide, with published content reviewed by editors for accuracy.

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Boxing

Tyson Fury: A Family Journey Revealed in New Netflix Documentary

Published

on

"Tyson Fury: A Family Journey Revealed in New Netflix Documentary"

Paris and John Fury join Tyson in TYSON FURYthe documentary released on Netflix today that examines the family relationships behind his heavyweight career.

Their interviews sit alongside Fury’s own account and previously unseen archive footage. Directed by Lucy Wilcox, the feature-length film follows his life from childhood through the victories and setbacks of his boxing career.

The family’s experiences form a central part of the story.

Mental health, addiction and the loss of a child are among the subjects explored. The documentary also examines masculinity and the personal pressures that have accompanied Fury’s success in the ring.

Paris and John contribute their perspectives on a life supporters have largely followed through bouts and public appearances. Their involvement brings those closest to Fury into an account that considers both the support he has received and the difficulties that remain outside boxing.

The release comes before another major date in his career: December 11when Fury faces Anthony Joshua at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

At their September 30 press conference, Fury described the personal significance of finally meeting his British rival.

“When I fight AJ, that’ll be the most important fight in my life,” Fury said.

Joshua spoke about how far the rivalry had reached beyond boxing gyms.

“I know in pubs, people have had proper fights about who’s going to win out of me and Tyson. I know family members fell out with each other about who’s going to win.”

Netflix will stream Fury vs Joshua globally to all members at no additional cost. It will be their first professional meeting, with the remaining bouts still to be announced.

Joshua also looked towards the younger fighters who would watch them share the ring.

“We’re going to inspire the next generation.”

Related Videos

Just Tyson Fury doing Tyson Fury things 😅

Frank Warren ·

Three years ago today 🌟 Tyson Fury reigned supreme over Francis Ngannou 🙌

Frank Warren ·

Share this article

About the author

Boxing 24/7 Wire

Boxing247.com is an independent boxing news publication covering the sport since 2001. It provides original reporting, fight analysis, schedules, results, and informed coverage of major fighters and events worldwide, backed by more than 25 years of professional boxing journalism.

Continue Reading

Boxing

Tyson Fury: Inside the Heavyweight Champions Life in New Netflix Documentary

Published

on

"Tyson Fury: Inside the Heavyweight Champion’s Life in New Netflix Documentary"

Paris and John Fury join Tyson in TYSON FURYthe documentary released on Netflix today that examines the family relationships behind his heavyweight career.

Their interviews sit alongside Fury’s own account and previously unseen archive footage. Directed by Lucy Wilcox, the feature-length film follows his life from childhood through the victories and setbacks of his boxing career.

The family’s experiences form a central part of the story.

Mental health, addiction and the loss of a child are among the subjects explored. The documentary also examines masculinity and the personal pressures that have accompanied Fury’s success in the ring.

Paris and John contribute their perspectives on a life supporters have largely followed through bouts and public appearances. Their involvement brings those closest to Fury into an account that considers both the support he has received and the difficulties that remain outside boxing.

The release comes before another major date in his career: December 11when Fury faces Anthony Joshua at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

At their September 30 press conference, Fury described the personal significance of finally meeting his British rival.

“When I fight AJ, that’ll be the most important fight in my life,” Fury said.

Joshua spoke about how far the rivalry had reached beyond boxing gyms.

“I know in pubs, people have had proper fights about who’s going to win out of me and Tyson. I know family members fell out with each other about who’s going to win.”

Netflix will stream Fury vs Joshua globally to all members at no additional cost. It will be their first professional meeting, with the remaining bouts still to be announced.

Joshua also looked towards the younger fighters who would watch them share the ring.

“We’re going to inspire the next generation.”

Related Videos

Just Tyson Fury doing Tyson Fury things 😅

Frank Warren ·

Three years ago today 🌟 Tyson Fury reigned supreme over Francis Ngannou 🙌

Frank Warren ·

Share this article

About the author

Boxing 24/7 Wire

Boxing247.com is an independent boxing news publication covering the sport since 2001. It provides original reporting, fight analysis, schedules, results, and informed coverage of major fighters and events worldwide, backed by more than 25 years of professional boxing journalism.

Continue Reading

Boxing

Tim Bradley Predicts Canelo vs Mbilli KO: He Can Land Something Big

Published

on

Tim Bradley Predicts Canelo vs Mbilli KO: "He Can Land Something Big"

Tim Bradley believes this weekend’s showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Christian Mbilli is going to end in a knockout.

Alvarez challenges Mbilli for his WBC super-middleweight title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturdayin what serves as the first time both men have been back in the ring since competing on the same bill in September 2025.

That event in Las Vegas saw Canelo lose his undisputed super-middleweight crown to Terence Crawford, while Mbilli was held to a draw with Lester Martinez in a WBC interim title fight on the undercard.

Mbilli was later elevated to full champion after Crawford retired from the sport and vacated his belts, and the 31-year-old makes the first defence of that belt when he goes up against Canelo.

Bradley believes it may not be a successful first defence though, as he told DAZN that he believes Alvarez is capable of getting a late knockout victory.

“Mbilli is going to be available for everything, upper cuts, body shots, left hooks. The activity of Mbilli can be bothersome I’m not going to lie, and if Canelo punches him and can’t hurt him and can’t get his respect, Mbilli is in the fight.

“I feel like Canelo will be sitting down and those shots and be softening him up a bit. Canelo might even take a few and catch a few and then land something big, hurt him and maybe even stop him late.”

If Canelo is to win by knockout, it will be the first time since his 11th round stoppage win over Caleb Plant in 2021 that he has had a fight end inside the distance, with all eight of his bouts since then going the full 12 rounds.

Continue Reading
Advertisement

OUR NEWSLETTER

Subscribe Us To Receive Our Latest News Directly In Your Inbox!

We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.

Trending