Jake Paul's next opponent is finally revealed.
Paul announced on Tuesday, that he will face Ryan Bourland in the co-main event on March 2 at El Coliseo de Puerto Rico, with the event airing on DAZN.
The goal is simple, build the skillset to become world champion. Next up is a guy who has twice as many professional fights under his belt than I do. Ryan “The Rhino” Bourland. And just like the animal in his bone chilling nickname… he is also endangered😂😅
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) January 30, 2024
On Saturday, March… pic.twitter.com/CzhHTx9tsC
Paul, with an 8-1 record, gained prominence by challenging MMA fighters in high-profile bouts. After victories against notable names like Ben Askren and Nate Diaz, as well as two wins over former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley, Paul shifted his focus to boxing. In his most recent match, he knocked out Andre August in the first round.
Bourland, with a record of 17-2, enters the bout on a three-fight winning streak, including a knockout victory in his last fight against Santario Martin on Sept. 17, 2022.
They will square off in the co-main event of a card headlined by unified women's featherweight champion Amanda Serrano, defending her IBF, WBA, and WBO titles against Germany's Nina Meinke.
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Paul vs. Bourland.
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Paul vs. Bourland date, start time
- Date: Saturday, March 2
- Start time: 7 p.m. ET / 12 a.m. UK (Sunday)
- Fight ringwalks (approx): TBA
The event is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET / 12 a.m. UK, timings for this particular fight have not been confirmed at the time of writing.