Jake Paul’s unconventional boxing career might be ready to take a serious turn. The world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury’s half-brother Tommy Fury will be the first renowned professional boxer the YouTube influencer-turned-prize fighter will face when they square off on Sunday. Paul has battled a fellow influencer, a former NBA basketball player, and three MMA fighters since he started boxing in 2018. Each time, he has prevailed, enhancing his already solid reputation.
Fighting Fury is viewed as a step up and is acknowledged by the WBC, which is approving the fight. In fact, the 26-year-old Paul, a blond, bearded social media sensation, will be given a spot in the WBC cruiserweight world rankings if he prevails.