Dricus du Plessis supports Jake Paul’s work ethic: ‘He’s a skilled boxer’

UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis recently shared his thoughts on social media influencer turned boxer Jake Paul, acknowledging the impact he has had on combat sports while also questioning his overall contribution to the professional fighting world.

In a recent appearance on the Shadow Banned podcast, du Plessis expressed his respect for Paul’s success and work ethic, noting that he does not hate him despite some reservations about his approach to boxing. While acknowledging Paul’s ability and improvement in the sport, du Plessis emphasized the importance of taking the right path in the fighting world.

When asked about the possibility of facing Paul in the ring, du Plessis confidently stated that it wouldn’t be a competitive fight, citing his skills in MMA as a clear advantage over the social media star. Despite the potential mismatch, du Plessis made it clear that he respects Paul’s accomplishments and work ethic.

Paul, who has quickly risen to fame in the boxing world with wins over notable opponents, is set to face legendary heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in his next bout. With a track record of defeating fighters with more experience, du Plessis humorously suggested that Paul wouldn’t dare challenge him to a fight, knowing that he wouldn’t take a dive for the money.

As the boxing world continues to be captivated by Jake Paul’s rise, du Plessis’ comments add an interesting perspective on the controversial figure’s impact on the sport. Whether or not a matchup between the two fighters will ever materialize remains to be seen, but du Plessis’ confidence in his abilities is clear.