Jake Paul's Post-Fight Spat with UFC CEO Dana White

Nov 18, 2024 at 1:32 PM
Following his highly anticipated boxing match against Mike Tyson last Friday, Jake Paul engaged in a heated exchange with UFC CEO Dana White. This event marked a significant moment in the combat sports world and sparked widespread discussions.

Jake Paul's Boxing Clash and the Dana White Feud

Jake Paul's Boxing Victory over Mike Tyson

The internet sensation-turned-professional boxer, Jake Paul, made history last Friday with a remarkable decision victory over Mike Tyson. This event drew an astonishing 60 million households globally, solidifying its place as one of the most successful combat sports events ever. It was a moment that put Jake Paul on the map and showcased his growing prowess in the boxing arena.In the lead-up to the fight, there was a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation. Fans from around the world tuned in to witness this epic showdown between two boxing legends. Jake Paul's performance was nothing short of impressive as he showcased his skills and determination in the ring.

UFC 309 and Dana White's Comments

Just a day after Jake Paul's monumental boxing event, UFC 309 took place. Reacting to Paul's performance against Tyson, UFC CEO Dana White made some controversial remarks. At the UFC 309 post-fight press conference, he said, "Mike Tyson was right, and I was wrong… I told him, 'Mike, you're basically 60 years old', and he's like, 'You honestly think this kid is gonna do anything to me?' You saw him, he tripped when he was walking out to the ring, he had a hard time walking upstairs, he had a knee brace on and Jake Paul couldn't do anything to him. He made a tonne of money… Mike Tyson is the A+++ side of that thing." These comments sparked a fierce back-and-forth between Paul and White.Jake Paul was quick to hit back at White's comments. He took to social media, stating, "Dana White has been a boxing promoter his whole career. All these nut riders need to do their research. His TV show failed. Couldn't sell 4K tickets in Dublin with that useless Irish boxer he's promoting. And he is not fighter's first. He's Dana first. Builds you up and tears you down. Now Conor McGregor is a hostage. Free Conor."

The Callum Walsh Connection

The "useless Irish boxer" mentioned by Jake Paul during his rant about White is Callum Walsh. The UFC boss has been managing and promoting Walsh since the early days of his boxing career. Walsh recently fought at the 3Arena in Dublin and the fight was aired live on UFC Fight Pass, promoted and attended by White.Defending himself against Paul's comments, the 23-year-old responded with a post on X (formerly Twitter), calling 'The Problem Child' out for a fight. He said, "The 'useless Irish boxer' has won more than you could ever imagine, over 140 amateur fights and now 12-0 as a pro unlike you 11-1, fighting old retired men and the one boxer the same age you lost to. You know where I am."Although 'King' Walsh is hopeful of facing Paul next, there is a significant weight difference between them. Paul tends to fight at around 200lbs, while Walsh fights at 154lbs. However, the 27-year-old is audaciously hopeful of securing a cruiserweight title fight against boxing champion, Canelo Alvarez next.