In what some would describe a Rocky underdog story for the ages, and what most would describe as a tragedy, in the 8th and final round of their legendary boxing fight, Jake Paul knocked down arguably the greatest MMA fighter of all time Anderson Silva.
When Jake Paul announced he would be fighting Anderson Silva many were shocked that Jake decided to step up and take the challenge. All Jake Pauls opponents before this fight haven’t been spectacular boxers, leading to even more controversy behind this youtube star turned boxers career. One of the best MMA fighters and strikers of all time Anderson Silva would without a doubt be Jakes toughest challenge to date and many expected him to lose.
In the opening rounds Silva seemed to be toying with Jake, but Jake stayed composed and won most of the earlier rounds putting him ahead on the judges scorecards. The final round was what sealed the deal though for Jake, as he landed a clean jab followed up by a hard hook that dropped Silva to the canvas. Silva was back to his feet fast but their was no question that he had been hurt.
Jake Paul won by Judges decision (78-73, 77-74, 78-73) defeating the legend Anderson Silva.
While this was without a doubt Jakes toughest test, many are still calling for him to take another huge step up and are unimpressed with this win as Anderson Silva is well past his prime at 47 years old.
What’s next for Jake? Nothing official so far but after the fight Jake called out Nate Diaz, a true combat sports legend who is still in his prime. Lets hope that fight happens next.