Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury: Everything You Need to Know

The buzz surrounding the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury bout over the past year has surpassed that of most other potential fights, but this does not necessarily indicate a decline in the sport of boxing. Rather, it is a testament to the meteoric rise of Paul, the YouTube sensation who has established himself as one of the most popular professional boxers and a prominent advocate for women’s boxing worldwide. Through his success, Paul has created an enormous international spectacle, with Fury as his opponent. This article covers everything you need to know about the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury fight, including their records, the odds, and a prediction on the likely victor.

Paul, a YouTube sensation turned professional boxer, has become one of the most talked-about athletes in the sport. He has created a massive international event with Fury, who happens to be the half-brother of the legendary Tyson Fury. In this article, we will delve into everything you need to know about this match-up, including the odds, records, and our prediction of who will win.

Paul has made a name for himself in the boxing world by brutally knocking out former MMA stars and ex-NBA players. However, for the first time in his career, he will face a legitimate professional boxer in Fury. Nonetheless, this does not mean that Fury is necessarily a better fighter than Paul, despite having a longer career. Paul has had more significant platforms and more eye-catching results, including mammoth KOs of Nate Robinson, Ben Askren, and Tyron Woodley.

Paul left, faces off against Tommy Fury as they prepare to battle each other

Paul confidently declared that he would knock Fury out, stating, “He’s going to get knocked out by a Disney star—plain and simple. That’s it. End of the story.” In contrast, Fury is determined to retire Paul, noting that he had been beating people better than Paul since he was 14. Fury stated, “I will school you… Don’t come here pretending you’re about it when you’re not.”

Jake Paul, left, faces off against Tommy Fury as they prepare to battle each other.TOP RANK
                                                   Jake Paul, left, faces off against Tommy Fury as they prepare to battle each other.TOP RANK-Pic Credit Forbes

Jake Paul’s Rise to Fame

Jake Paul is a YouTube star who has transitioned into a professional boxer and has become one of the most popular ones in the sport. He has also been a huge advocate for women’s boxing. Paul’s claim to fame has been his brutal knockouts of former MMA stars and ex-NBA players. However, for the first time in his career, he will be fighting a legitimate professional boxer in Fury.

Tommy Fury’s Credentials

Despite being Tyson Fury’s half-brother, Tommy Fury is a legitimate pro boxer. He has been a pro for two years longer than Paul, but his career has not been as big as Paul’s. While Fury disagrees with Paul’s statement that he will get knocked out by a Disney star, he is confident that he will retire Paul in the ring.

The Long-Awaited Fight

Originally scheduled for the end of 2021, the fight was called off after Fury suffered an injury while training. They rescheduled it for the middle of 2022, but Fury had visa issues, causing another postponement. However, on February 26, 2023, the fight will finally take place. It is going to be a momentous event, featuring two boxing neophytes who are better known for being reality stars.

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Odds

Paul is the front-runner in the eyes of sportsbooks, with a -160 favorite. Fury is the +140 underdog. While Fury has been the betting favorite at times, Paul is now the clear favorite. If you’re looking to bet on the fight, it is not recommended to bet on Fury’s money line. Betting on Paul to win by KO/TKO at +215 is not a bad idea, but it may be more prudent to bet on him to win by stoppage in rounds 5-8 at +600. If you’re rooting for Fury, betting on him to win by stoppage at +240 may be a better option.

Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury Records

Paul has an impressive record of 6-0 with 4 KOs. Although he has not fought a professional boxer, he has had some spectacular knockouts against high-profile opponents. Fury’s record is 8-0 with 4 KOs, and he has been fighting professionally for longer than Paul. It will be interesting to see how he performs against Paul in the ring.

Originally scheduled to meet at the end of 2021, the match was postponed due to Fury’s injury. Then, it was rescheduled for the middle of 2022, but Fury encountered visa issues trying to enter the U.S., and the match was again called off. Now, finally, fans will witness the spectacle of two boxing neophytes, better known for being reality stars, meeting in the ring.

In terms of odds, while Fury has been the betting favorite in the lead-up, Paul is now securely the front-runner in the eyes of sportsbooks. As of Friday afternoon, he was a -160 favorite, while Fury was the +140 underdog. If you’re considering placing a bet, we recommend taking Paul to win by stoppage in rounds 5-8 at +600.

Regarding records, Paul is 6-0 (4 KOs) and has never fought a professional boxer. In contrast, Fury is 8-0 (4 KOs) and has more pro experience. However, his opponents haven’t been top-notch, except for his latest victory against a 10-1 fighter.

As for our prediction, we believe that Paul has worked hard and improved at his newfound craft, while Fury may not have put in the same effort. Although it will be interesting to see how Paul fares when he faces a legitimate professional boxer, we think he will survive and land a massive punch or two, winning by stoppage in the sixth round.

In conclusion, the Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury match promises to be an exciting event that boxing fans worldwide have eagerly awaited. We cannot wait to see how the two reality stars-turned-professional boxers fare against each other in the ring.

 

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