Anderson Silva

Try as he might, Jake Paul can't seem to get away from boxing former MMA champions and is set to meet Anderson Silva this fall.

The YouTube star hasn’t fought since his [sixth-round knockout of Woodley](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/12/jake-paul-ko-tyron-woodley-insane-ringside-video) in December 2021. [Anderson Silva](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/anderson-silva) in a Showtime pay-per-view headliner on October 29, according to an initial report from [NoSmokeBoxing](https://nosmokeboxing.com/jake-paul-vs-anderson-silva-fight-october-29th/) on Monday. Paul has faced questions about his legitimacy as a boxer since he hasn’t fought any traditional boxers, which will continue with Silva. Silva also looked formidable in an exhibition bout against Bruno Machado this past May. [even got a reaction out of Paul](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2022/05/anderson-silva-boxing-bout-highlights-jake-paul-reaction-mayweather-card). [knockout of Ben Askren](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/04/jake-paul-ko-ben-askren-insane-ringside-video) and two wins – [one decision](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/boxing-twitter-reacts-jake-paul-win-tyron-woodley-split-decision) and one knockout – over Tyron Woodley on his resume.

YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul is 5-0 as a professional, but will take a massive step up in competition when he faces Anderson Silva, who has a winning boxing ...

After Weidman stopped him with a massive knockout in July 2013, Silva returned quickly by December for his rematch in which he broke his leg during the second round and was stretchered out for a second consecutive loss. Dana White implored Silva to retire at the age of 45, but he was determined to stick around in combat sports. Paul will finally test himself against a bigger boxer with a winning professional record when he faces Silva in his next outing. Silva stands at 6'2", making him the first opponent Paul will have faced who is bigger than the YouTuber. The former social media star has knocked out all five of the men he has fought at amateur and professional level. Paul has indicated he will fight KSI, his long-time YouTube rival, next summer at Wembley Stadium in a huge winner-take-all showdown.

Youtube streamer Keemstar alleges the former UFC Champion will serve as Paul's sixth opponent on an upcoming Showtime Boxing card.

Securing a 1-1 record with a debut loss in 1998 and a win in 2005, few placed much hope in a career resurgence for the Spider. I’m maybe like 12 years old but I think he was the first celebrity that I met. “I think he was the first celebrity I ever saw,” Paul told host Ariel Helwani. “Jake Paul will almost certainly be the underdog,” Most Valuable Productions’ official account tweeted on Saturday. While Tyson revealed that [negotiations did take place, the fight didn’t pan out](https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2022/1/31/22910169/ufc-mma-boxing-news-interview-media-podcast-mike-tyson-jake-paul-heavyweight-fight). The younger Paul brother might soon be adding another former UFC champion to his list of opponents.

TMZ reported Tuesday that Paul is set to face longtime UFC middleweight champion and MMA legend Silva in a boxing bout in October, with a location still to be ...

[Ben Askren](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/250/ben-askren) in his past three outings. Silva is one of the most accomplished fighters in the history of MMA. [Tyron Woodley](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/221/tyron-woodley) via sixth-round KO, while Silva, 47, makes his first appearance since September 2021. [TMZ](https://www.tmz.com/2022/08/30/jake-paul-fight-anderson-silva-october-boxing/?adid=social-twa) reported Tuesday that Paul is set to face longtime UFC middleweight champion and MMA legend Silva in a boxing bout in October, with a location still to be determined. [Anderson Silva](https://www.mmafighting.com/fighter/101/anderson-silva) is about to go down. An initial report from [NoSmokeBoxing](https://twitter.com/NoSmokeBoxing/status/1564409991259459585) has the bout scheduled for Oct.

Rumors of a boxing match between Jake Paul and Anderson Silva have spread across social media. Paul may face one of the greatest mixed martial artists ever.

Regardless of his age, Silva has shown he still wields the tools to incapacitate his opponents in the ring. Silva knocked out Ortiz in the first minute of the match. 29, DramaAlert founder Keemstar reported that a fight between Anderson Silva and Paul will be announced sonn.

Jake Paul's next opponent could be his biggest challenge to date -- pro boxer and former UFC champ Anderson Silva.

His most impressive accomplishment in the ring was a win over Julio Caesar Chavez, Jr. The loss came ages ago in 1998. 47-year-old Silva is the former UFC middleweight champ ... But, anyone who's been following Silva's career knows the guy has had a resurgence in boxing ... The fight is set to go down in October. and currently holds a 3-1 record.

Paul had teased an announcement against a "massive opponent" and it's been revealed the YouTube star will fight UFC legend Silva in his next fight.

Fury was denied entry to the United States before Paul moved on from the fight and chose Rahman Jr as a replacement, but that fight was scratched because of a row over the weight limit. The fight will mark Paul's first of this year, with his previous bookings against Silva holds several records that will be hard to top in the UFC, such as the longest title reign (2457 days) and longest winning streak at 16 fights. Silva earned two wins in the boxing ring last year, impressively outpointing former middleweight world titleholder Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in his first boxing fight for over 15 years. The Brazilian is considered as one of, if not the, greatest MMA fighters of all time. The fight will mark the opponent Paul has faced with a professional boxing record so far, having previously fought YouTuber AnEsonGib, former NBA star Nate Robinson and now-retired MMA champions Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley.

Jake Paul's next fight could be the biggest of his career. The boxer is in serious discussions with former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva about a ...

in June 2021 and most recently knocked out Tito Ortiz in the first round of a Sept. The 47-year-old is in the midst of a three-fight winning streak after losing his first pro bout. Helwani's sources said the fight is not official as of yet.

Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva odds opened with "The Problem Child" the betting favorite for a potential boxing showdown in October ... then money came ...

An official announcement on his next pay-per-view (PPV) fight is expected later this week. The betting line currently sits at -135 for Silva opposite +105 for Paul, according to the number crunchers at [fell apart](https://www.mmamania.com/2022/7/30/23285513/breaking-jake-paul-vs-hasim-rahman-jr-fight-canceled-due-to-weight-concerns-showtime-boxing-showtime) and sent “The Problem Child” back to the drawing board.

The odds are close for the reported Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva fight that is expected to take place in October.

He was victorious in both contests and currently holds a pro boxing record of 5-0. Odds for Silva are currently even, meaning a $100 bet on “The Spider” would net a $200 return should he defeat Paul. A location for the bout and a weight class is still being negotiated and the matchup is yet to be officially announced.

A fight against Anderson Silva would be one of the biggest tests of Jake Paul's young career.

Jake Paul vs. The Sporting News will be providing more information as it is released. Viewers can stream Showtime via Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Xbox ONE, a laptop, or any mobile or tablet device. Silva is rumored to take place on October 29. The Sporting News will be providing updates as time goes on. Silva made his MMA debut in 1997 and joined the UFC in 2006. But first, I need to check off the list a professional boxer,” Paul said, I think that fight still happens at some point. I need a professional boxer because that’s been the number-one criticism, ‘Fight a real boxer.’ That is what he said on [ Ariel Helwani’s MMA Hour](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ho3V4n3NJV4). The bout is rumored to take place on October 29. The YouTube star has stirred the pot thanks to his time in boxing.

Silva, 47, won 34 fights over his mixed martial arts career and is known as one of the greatest middleweight fighters in the sport's history.

He recently ventured into the boxing ring, winning a pair of fights in 2021 against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. [Skip Advertisement] Silva, 47, won 34 fights over his mixed martial arts career and is known as one of the greatest middleweight fighters in the sport’s history.

YouTuber Jake Paul will fight 47-year-old former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva this October, according to a report from TMZ Sports.

[CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM](https://www.foxnews.com/sports) [Tyron Woodley](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/why-tyron-woodley-leave-ufc-lost-boxing-match-jake-paul), along with ex-NBA player Nate Robinson. Paul has had three different bouts canceled over the last several months. Silva is a former UFC middleweight champion and currently holds the longest title rein in UFC history. Paul, however, remains undefeated since debuting in 2018, with four career knockouts so far. His last bout resulted in a knockout to boxer Tito Ortiz.

The social media star-turned-boxer reportedly will put his undefeated record on the line against a former MMA champion.

Paul is set to fight former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva on Oct. 29, according to multiple reports. [Rahman failed to make weight](https://www.si.com/boxing/2022/07/31/jake-paul-hasim-rahman-jr-fight-canceled-because-of-weight-problems), prompting Paul to claim that Rahman was scared to fight him.

Although Silva is another former UFC fighter, he has boxing experience and is coming off a KO win over Tito Ortiz and defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. by ...

In his boxing career, Paul also holds a TKO win over Ben Askren, a KO win over Nate Robinson, and a TKO win over fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib in his debut. Silva lost his pro boxing debut in 1998 and then picked up his first win in 2005 before focusing on MMA. Jake Paul (5-0) is coming off a KO win over Tyron Woodley last December which served as a rematch after he edged out a split decision win in August. With Paul being +100, a $100 bet would net you $100 if you think he wins, compared to the opening line where you would’ve needed to wager $180 to win $100. It is a massive fight and a big step-up in competition for Paul who hasn’t fought since he knocked out Tyron Woodley last December. by decision in his first fight since leaving the UFC.

UFC president Dana White is beyond sick of Jake Paul talk, but admitted it's "about time" an Anderson Silva matchup rolled around.

[a split decision](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/anderson-silva-vs-julio-cesar-chavez-jr-live-blog-results) over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. [the bout is being finalized](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2022/08/jake-paul-vs-anderson-silva-boxing-match-booked) for Oct. After his UFC departure in 2020, Silva reentered the boxing world – a place he went 1-0 prior to mainstream MMA tenure. and [knocked out Tito Ortiz](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/09/boxing-news-triller-fight-club-legends-ii-results-anderson-silva-flattens-tito-ortiz-in-the-first-round). “If he’s really fighting Anderson Silva, and that’s true, it’s about time he’s got a real fight on his hands there. [Jake Paul](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/jake-paul), but even he tipped his cap, albeit however small, at the notion of the YouTuber-turned-boxer fighting [Anderson Silva](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/tag/anderson-silva) – if [the rumors](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2022/08/jake-paul-vs-anderson-silva-boxing-match-booked) are true, of course.

Jake Paul is slated to fight former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva in October at a venue to be determined, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

for Madison Square Garden, but Rahman withdrew over the weight at which the bout would be fought. Article content His fight with Tommy Fury dissipated when Fury wasn’t able to enter the United States.

White has previously mocked Paul for the calibre of opponents he's faced in boxing but the UFC boss insists his upcoming clash with Silva is a "real fight"

White has been called out by Paul about UFC fighter pay as the YouTube star has challenged him to improve conditions for his athletes. Those kids are talented, and they’ve opened people’s eyes about the good and bad in combat sports. People need to respect the Paul brothers. “If he’s really fighting Anderson Silva, and that’s true, it’s about time he’s got a real fight on his hands there. Silva most recently fought in May, going eight rounds with Bruno Machado in a non-scored exhibition bout. Paul has faced heavy criticism for not fighting an 'actual boxer' since turning professional in 2020, having previously fought YouTuber AnEsonGib, former NBA star Nate Robinson and now-retired MMA champions Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley.

UFC president Dana White gives his thoughts on the rumored boxing match between Jake Paul and Anderson Silva.

“I don’t give a s*** what Jake Paul does. “Stop asking me about Jake Paul, you guys,” White said. Following DWCS Season 6, Week 6, White [spoke with reporters backstage](https://youtu.be/y_hATHFPCPw) at the UFC APEX to give his reaction to the targeted boxing match.