Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz, billed as Ready 4 War, was a professional boxing crossover match contested at cruiserweight between American YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and American mixed martial artist Nate Diaz. The bout took place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas on August 5, 2023. The fight sold 450,000 PPV buys and generated about $27 million in revenue. It also generated $3.1 million from ticket sales.
Background
After Tommy Fury defeated Jake Paul in February 2023 in Saudi Arabia, both Paul and Fury expressed interest in an immediate rematch. In March however, reports stated that Paul and his team were planning on having a bout with Floyd Mayweather Jr. and KSI before they rematch Fury.
On April 12, it was announced that Paul would return to the ring against mixed martial arts fighter Nate Diaz in an eight-round bout which would mark the latter's professional boxing debut. In June, it was announced that the bout would be increased to 10 rounds after both parties agreed to the change of terms via social media. The bout was fought in a catchweight of 185 lbs, with 10-ounce gloves.Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz: 'The Problem Child' calls for 185-lb division in boxingJake Paul agrees to 10-round fight against Nate Diaz for upcoming boxing match in August
This event was produced by Jake Paul's company "Most Valuable Promotions" and Nate Diaz's company "Real Fight Inc.". Boxers from Diaz's camp and team included Alan Sanchez, Kilo Madera, Luciano Ramos, Jose Aguayo and Chris Avila.Nate Diaz on Full Send Podcast (August 3, 2023) - Discusses Boxing Bout
Fight card Weight Classvs.MethodRoundTimeNotesMain Card (PPV)Catchweight Jake Paul def.Nate Diaz UD 10/10 FeatherweightAmanda Serrano (c)def.Heather Hardy UD 10/10 Super MiddleweightChris Aviladef.Jeremy StephensUD6/6Super LightweightAshton Sylvedef.William Silva 4/82:59Super Middleweight Shadasia Greendef.Olivia CurryUD10/10Welterweight Alan Sanchez def.Angel BeltranUD8/8Super Welterweight Kevin Newman IIdef.Kilo MaderaUD 8/8 Welterweight Jose Aguayodef.Noel Cavazos 4/4 Super Lightweight Luciano Ramosvs.CJ Hamilton 4/4
Broadcasting Country/RegionBroadcastersPPVStreamWorldwideDAZNFITEAustraliaMain EventNew ZealandSky Arena
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