Ahead of the highly anticipated heavyweight clash between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, controversial influencer and former kickboxing champion Andrew Tate has offered a surprising prediction that goes against popular opinion. While most boxing experts give Paul little to no chance against the former two-time unified champion, Tate believes the YouTube star turned boxer is in a more favourable position now than if he had faced his originally planned opponent, Gervonta Davis.
Why Davis Was a More Dangerous Opponent for Paul
In a detailed explanation, Andrew Tate broke down the stylistic differences between the two potential foes for Jake Paul. The fight against Gervonta Davis, which was scheduled for last month, was cancelled after Davis faced domestic violence allegations. Tate argued that despite Anthony Joshua's terrifying power and reputation, the technical skills of Davis would have posed a far greater problem for Paul.
"Because although AJ is a lot scarier, Davis will make a fool of you," Tate stated. He elaborated that Davis's elusive style and precision punching would have led to a frustrating night for Paul, where he would "miss the whole time" while Davis "lands the whole time." Tate emphasized that such constant, accurate punishment would inevitably lead to a knockout loss for Paul.
Tate's History with Paul and Respect for the Challenge
Interestingly, Andrew Tate and Jake Paul are not strangers. Three years ago, the two shared a viral face-off that sparked massive online speculation about a potential fight, though it never materialized. Despite this history and the competitive nature of fight sports, Tate clarified that there is no bad blood between them and he holds a respectful view of Paul's decision.
"Fair play to him. I have nothing bad to say about the guy," Tate said. "I have met Jake a few times. I know Jake. He is a good guy. He is a nice guy and I wish him the best. I hope he gets out there healthy. Same with AJ. Hope they have a fantastic fight and huge credit and full respect for him taking it." Tate even hinted that his own past interactions with Paul may have influenced the social media star's willingness to take on such a dangerous challenge.
Fight Night Details and Tate's Own Return to the Ring
The main event between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua is set for Friday night in Miami, capturing global attention due to the vast disparity in experience and size between the internet celebrity and the seasoned Olympic gold medalist and world champion.
While that spectacle unfolds in the United States, Andrew Tate will also be stepping back into combat sports action. He is scheduled to face Chase DeMoor at the Misfits Mania event in Dubai on Saturday night, marking his own return to the spotlight within the influencer boxing scene. This busy weekend highlights the continued crossover between social media stardom and professional boxing, a trend that shows no signs of slowing down.
