Editor’s Note: This article was originally published at MMAJunkie.com.
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Jake Paul is known to have placed bets on his boxing matches and that turned out to be no different for his vs. Anderson Silva.
At a pre-match press conference held on Thursday at Gila River Arena, the same venue for Saturday’s event, Paul revealed his latest betting terms.
“I have a bet,” Paul said eagerly. “I have a bet. I have a bet for you, Anderson. That’s a good thing. That’s a good thing. So take a look. If you win, I’ll give you something you probably want.”
Silva interjected, “No tattoos. No tattoos. “
Paul continued, “If you win, I’ll fight you in an MMA fight.”
Silva laughed at the initial offer, “Woah, you’re smart because you know I don’t fight MMA anymore. You are so smart.”
Paul corrected and countered, “Kickboxing. I have you.”
Silva seemed to agree much more with that suggestion, “Kickboxing?” Silva said. Okay, kickboxing. “
But what if Paul wins? He made the decision, “If I win, you and I will come together to form a unified boxers association to help UFC fighters get better pay and better health care,” Paul said. “You become interim president and we unite to help these fighters once and for all.
Without hesitation, Silva joined, “The deal,” Silva said. “Agreement. Deal.”
Both shook – a friendly gentleman’s bet was solidified.
.@jakepaul & @SpiderAnderson finally settle the bet
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– SHOWTIME Boxing (@ShowtimeBoxing) October 27, 2022
Since entering the world of combat sports, Paul has targeted the UFC and its president, Dana White, in particular. MMA fighter pay and health care issues. While Paul continues to bring the matter into the public conversation, those who follow his career question whether his motivation is to get noticed and promoted or really to fix problems. perceived subject.
Either way, it’s a recurring theme for Paul. As for Silva, he most occupy the intermediate domain when it comes to warrior pay and healthcare. Now, he seems to lose a side if he’s on his side.
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