FRESH from Logan Paul’s defeat in his rematch against KSI in November, his younger brother Jake will be next in the ring this month in a grudge match against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib.
And just like that November bout – this will also be a pro boxing fight.
Promoter Eddie Hearn says the fight will have the same rules as Logan Paul vs KSI’s pro boxing rematch last November, meaning 10 ounce gloves, six rounds, no headguards and the fight will count on the pro boxing record of both men.
Hearn said: “Same rules apply [as Logan Paul vs KSI 2], 10-ounce gloves, no headguards and both going through the full professional protocol.
“It’s USA vs. UK one again! Los Angeles was wild, I have a feeling Miami will be next level.”
Paul, 22, fought an amateur bout on the first Logan Paul vs KSI fight in Manchester in 2018, where he defeated KSI’ brother Deji with a fifth-round stoppage.
AnEsonGib, 23, has fought two amateur bouts and will also make his pro debut in Miami.
AnEsonGib is ‘Big Nose Na’ backwards.
Millions!
Paul has more than 36 millions across his YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter pages.
AnEsonGib is a member of The Sidemen video gaming crew which also features YouTube boxing alumni KSI. He’s gained popularity as a FIFA player, and has 2 million subscribers to his YouTube channel.
Three, yes THREE, world title fights are in store on the stacked card in Miami.
Tevin Farmer defends his IBF super-featherweight title against Joseph Diaz, Demetrius Andrade puts his WBO middleweight title up for grabs against Luke Keeler, plus WBA and IBF super bantamweight champion Daniel Roman faces Murodjon Akhmadaliev.
AnEsonGib: “After six months of Jakey ducking, the fight is finally going down.
“He had no choice of his opponent, I chose him. Since my last fight I have been training nonstop and January 30 in Miami, I will end the fight in devastating fashion and will have my hand raised in front of his country, family and friends. Jake Paul is going to be my walking, talking ad for the rest of his days.”
Jake Paul: “Coming into the sport of boxing as an undefeated champion amongst my peers, it’s my duty to set the bar as high as possible for others looking to cross over into the sport.
“This is more than a fight to me, it’s a chance to show the world that anyone with a dream, vision, and the right work ethic, can overcome adversity and shine on the brightest stage. This bout has deep roots; it’s a fight for my brother’s honour, my pride and most importantly my loyal fans who are among the best in the world.
“This is the American dream. Thursday, January 30, on DAZN, my opponent’s 15 minutes of fame turn into 10 seconds of counting stars as he lays unconscious on the canvas.”
Eddie Hearn: “January 30 in Miami just became a whole lot bigger.
“After the huge success of KSI vs. Logan Paul 2 which broke broadcast numbers Worldwide and also got nominated as Ring Magazine ‘Event of the Year,’ I’m delighted to add Jake Paul vs Gib to our World Championship tripleheader on Super Bowl weekend in Miami, live on DAZN.
“Ever since the last event, people have been sliding into my DMs from all around the World to make this fight.”
