It has been three years since famed YouTube sensation turned boxer Jake Paul signed a cope with the Skilled Fighters League (PFL). In that point, it was introduced that the social media influencer would transition from boxing to MMA and compete beneath the promotion’s banner.
“I’ve confirmed myself out and in of the boxing ring and now I’m going to do the identical in MMA, and there’s no restrict to the optimistic impression I could make on the game,” Paul mentioned about his transfer into MMA in a press release after first signing with PFL. “I plan to enter the PFL SmartCage and as soon as once more present the world that that something is feasible with laborious work and dedication.”
The deal executed in January 2023 was supposed to see him compete contained in the PFL SmartCage whereas utilizing his affect to draw new fighters to the group. Paul was named “Head of Fighter Advocacy” and even helped deliver former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou to the promotion.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered. Welcome to the Skilled Fighters League @jakepaul pic.twitter.com/pgMDUprK6S
— PFL (@PFLMMA) January 5, 2023
Now, in line with studies, the deal is completed, and Paul has formally exited his current affiliation with PFL with out having ever competed in MMA.
