Jake Paul sets up Diaz showdown in MMA debut after MVP-PFL merger
TL;DR
Jake Paul announced his MMA debut will be against Nate Diaz in 2027, following MVP MMA’s merger with PFL, while he also plans a boxing comeback first with multiple opponents in talks, signaling a major cross-sport expansion for both fighters and promotions.
- Jake Paul names his opponent for MMA debut as he confirms first fight as well as boxing comeback Bloody Elbow
- MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS AND PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE MERGE TO CREATE A NEW GLOBAL COMBAT SPORTS PLATFORM POWERHOUSE Professional Fighters League
- Jake Paul's MVP, PFL team up in 'landmark' combat sports merger ESPN
- Jake Paul Wants to Pick a Fight With the UFC WSJ
- Dana White unthreatened by MVP-PFL merger: 'Good luck to them' mmajunkie.usatoday.com
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