Jake Paul Urged to Fight Edgar Berlanga for a Shot at Canelo Alvarez

Jake Paul, the YouTube star turned boxer, has made his ultimate goal clear: a showdown with Canelo Alvarez. After his big win over the 58-year-old Mike Tyson in Texas on November 15th, Jake’s been called out by top fighters like Artur Beterbiev, Daniel Dubois, and even retired legend Carl Froch. But Jake, 27, has his sights set on facing the biggest name in boxing—Canelo. While Canelo Alvarez has shown no interest in the fight, with no response to Paul’s challenge, boxing YouTuber ShowBizzTheAdult suggests a path for Jake: take on Edgar Berlanga first.

Why Jake Paul Should Fight Edgar Berlanga Next

ShowBizzTheAdult argues that if Jake Paul wants to make a legitimate claim for a Canelo Alvarez fight, he should go up against Edgar Berlanga next. Berlanga, known for his knockout power but not his boxing skills, is an active pro fighter who shares some similarities with Paul—mainly, a reputation as a puncher. ShowBizz believes that fighting Berlanga, a former Canelo opponent, would be a perfect test for Jake’s boxing abilities. Berlanga’s career has been filled with highlight-reel knockouts, though he lost to Canelo in September 2023. If Paul can get past Berlanga, he’d make a stronger case for facing Canelo Alvarez.

While Berlanga is often criticized for his lack of technique, ShowBizz points out that he’s fought some notable names, even if his level of competition is often questioned. Jake Paul, on the other hand, has faced former UFC fighters and other notable figures, which gives their potential matchup some serious intrigue. Berlanga, who seems open to fighting Paul, even took to X (formerly Twitter) to trash talk Jake, which only adds to the hype.

What’s Next for Jake Paul in the Boxing Ring?

So, will Jake Paul really face an active pro boxer like Berlanga, or will he keep taking on former fighters or less experienced opponents? It’s hard to say. Paul has built a career on taking high-profile matchups that generate buzz rather than fighting the most technically skilled boxers. While a fight with Berlanga would surely give Paul a shot at proving himself against a legitimate boxer, it might not align with his business model of big-money, headline-grabbing bouts.

For now, fans are eager to see who Jake Paul steps into the ring with next. A fight with Edgar Berlanga could be the key to securing his dream match against Canelo Alvarez. But knowing Jake’s pattern, it’s also possible he’ll go for another big payday, possibly even revisiting a Tommy Fury rematch or another former UFC star. Stay tuned to see which path Jake Paul takes next on his boxing journey.