Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, has never been shy about calling out UFC fighters. However, there’s one fighter he openly admits he wouldn’t want to face in the ring: Israel Adesanya. During an appearance on the Timbo Sugar Show podcast, Paul explained his reasoning, stating, “Honestly bro, [Israel Adesanya’s] probably the only fighter in the UFC that I wouldn’t fight… He’s tall as f**k and his striking… I think he’s probably, arguably one of the best strikers, top three ever in the history of the sport… I think he’s probably, literally the only one who I wouldn’t [fight]”.
Jake Paul’s Respect For Israel Adesanya
Jake Paul’s respect for Adesanya’s striking abilities is well-founded. Adesanya, known as “The Last Stylebender,” has a reputation for being one of the most skilled strikers in the history of combat sports. His height and reach advantage, combined with his precision and technique, make him a formidable opponent in the octagon.
The relationship between Paul and Adesanya appears to be friendly, with both fighters sharing positive words for each other in the media. Despite Paul’s confidence in his own abilities, he acknowledges that Adesanya’s striking prowess sets him apart from other UFC fighters.
In the world of combat sports, mutual respect between fighters is not uncommon. Paul’s admission highlights the unique challenges that Adesanya presents, even to a confident and ambitious fighter like Paul. As both continue their respective careers, fans can only speculate on what might happen if these two ever did face off in the ring.
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