Early Predictions For Jake Paul Vs. Tyron Woodley

Jake Paul faces his next opponent on August 29th in Tyron Woodley. Jake Paul is coming off his stunning knockout of Ben Askren. Meanwhile, Tryon Woodley is entering the ring for the first time as a boxer after spending 8 years in the UFC and being a 4x defending WelterWeight champion. 

Paul is on a mission to disprove his critics who believe that he isn’t a “real” boxer. His ultimate goal is to go head to head with the controversial Conor McGregor. Woodley, on the other hand, is trying to shut down the renaissance of celebrity boxing. He is also trying to reclaim his name of being an elite fighter after 4 defeats in a row. 

The lead-up to the fight has been riddled with drama. Many critics of Paul, such as Dana White (the CEO of the UFC), have stated that Woodley is not a boxer. They have also said Woodley is washed up and is generally smaller than Paul. In other words, if Paul is to win, he should not be considered a “real boxer.” The two have verbalized that the loser would get a tattoo saying I love (the winner’s name). 

Woodley will be Paul’s most challenging opponent yet. He has a record of 19-7-1. Unlike Paul’s previous opponents, Woodley had boxed before, which was crucial during his UFC career.  

Paul’s training routine has been relatively the same as it has helped him win his last three matches. He has been known to come out flying, but that may not be the case this time around. Woodley has a killer punch, and Paul should keep him an arm’s length away unless Woodley opens up. 

If we get down to the details, Jake Paul has the upper hand. Paul is 24 years old, while Tyron Woodley is 39 years old. Paul is 6’1, while Woodley is only 5’9. Finally, Paul will be weighing in at 190 lbs, while Woodley has gone up to 180 lbs. All of this being said puts Paul at an advantage. Woodley is entering a new sport and the heaviest he has ever been. 

My prediction: Tyron Woodley by TKO in 3 rounds. 

I will not discount Jake Paul’s ability to go toe to toe with Tyron Woodley, but I do not believe he has the experience to go the length. Both will come out flying for the most part, and I think Jake Paul will land the first blow. However, Jake Paul will be gassed out within 3 rounds, and it will be a night.