Floyd Mayweather has dismissed Jake Paul’s ambitions to fight Canelo Alvarez as unlikely to succeed. The boxing world, known for its bold claims and challenges, saw Paul recently express his desire to face Alvarez, the current super middleweight champion with titles across multiple organizations.
Paul, who boasts an 11-1 record and recently won against Mike Tyson, called out Alvarez after his victory. This challenge has sparked both scepticism and curiosity. Alvarez is celebrated for his 62-2-2 record and is considered one of the sport’s top fighters. Critics doubt Paul’s readiness to face such a seasoned opponent.
Mayweather, one of the few to have beaten Alvarez, was direct in his opinion when TMZ Sports asked him about Paul’s chances against Alvarez. “He’d get f***** up by Canelo,” Mayweather stated plainly. “There’s no way he’d win—he’d get demolished.”
Mayweather’s views are notable given his experience with the Paul brothers; he fought Jake’s brother, Logan, in a 2021 exhibition match that showcased Mayweather’s dominance, though it was unscored.
Despite previously showing little interest in fighting Jake, Mayweather now hints at a possible bout under certain conditions. “I’d fight him in a real fight in the weight that I’m at,” he mentioned, referring to his natural weight class of 147 pounds. While acknowledging Jake’s promotional skills, Mayweather doubts his ability to match up with professional fighters.
Jake Paul said he’s calling out Canelo Alvarez in the ring if he beats Mike Tyson on Friday 😳 pic.twitter.com/gXbDUkTSgp
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) November 11, 2024Alvarez has not ruled out a future fight with Jake Paul, suggesting it might occur after his professional career ends. However, his current focus remains on cementing his legacy in boxing.
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Jake Paul continues to stir interest and debate in the boxing community. As Mayweather pointed out, “He’s selling it, he’s making good money, and he’s entertaining.” Whether or not Paul will face Alvarez, Mayweather, or another top-tier opponent, his path in boxing remains a compelling spectacle that challenges expectations. Yet, the consensus is that a match with Alvarez might be overly ambitious for Paul.
