Jake Paul vs. The World: 5 Champions Calling Out ‘The Problem Child’

Let’s face it—Jake Paul is one of the most talked-about names in boxing today. Whether you’re a fan or a hater, the guy knows how to stay in the spotlight. His recent win over 58-year-old Mike Tyson has stirred the pot yet again. While some call it a smart business move, others see it as another notch in Jake’s list of questionable fights. Either way, five legit world champions are now calling him out, eager to face him in the ring. Let’s break down these potential matchups and what they could mean for Jake’s career.

Artur Beterbiev: A Champion Out of Reach

First on the list is Artur Beterbiev, the reigning undisputed light heavyweight champion. Known for his ferocious power and undefeated record, Beterbiev wasted no time after Jake’s fight with Tyson, challenging him on social media:
“@JakePaul, what can you do in the ring against the current undisputed champion?”

Jake’s response? Classic Jake:
“Top 5 pound-for-pound fighters in the world calling me out. Hahahaha. Four years in, and I run this sport.”

But let’s get real: A fight between Jake Paul and Beterbiev is as unlikely as it gets. Jake has never fought at light heavyweight, and no boxing commission would approve this fight for a title. Plus, Beterbiev is set to rematch Dmitry Bivol early next year. Fun to think about? Sure. Likely to happen? Nope.

Daniel Dubois: A Heavyweight Showdown

Next, we’ve got Daniel Dubois, the current IBF heavyweight champion. Dubois slid into Jake’s DMs after the Tyson fight, suggesting a heavyweight clash. Jake, being Jake, leaked the message and told Dubois to “get in line.”

Here’s the issue: Jake may have a heavyweight ranking after beating Tyson, but Dubois is a legitimate heavyweight. At 6’5” and packing serious knockout power, Dubois would have a massive size and experience advantage. Jake would be punching way above his weight—literally.

Why it won’t happen: Dubois is simply too much of a threat. Jake’s team is smart enough to avoid a fight that would almost certainly end in disaster for “The Problem Child.”

Andre Ward: The Retired Legend

Even retired boxers are joining the conversation. Enter Andre Ward, a former unified champion and one of the most technically skilled fighters of his era. Ward, who hasn’t fought in seven years, teased Jake during an interview:
“Since you like fighting older guys, I’m an older guy. I think it would be interesting.”

Let’s be honest: If Ward decided to come out of retirement, Jake would be in over his head. Ward’s skills, even after years away from the sport, would likely overwhelm Jake. While the banter is entertaining, this fight feels more like Ward poking fun than a serious challenge.

Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson: Boxing vs. MMA

Former UFC and Bellator champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson also wants a piece of Jake Paul. Frustrated with Jake’s carefully curated opponents, Rampage issued a challenge on social media, saying:
“Yo @jakepaul… I’ll fight you in MMA. No weight class. No pay. That’s a great deal… but I bet you won’t.”

Here’s the catch: Jake has teased an MMA debut in 2025, but for now, he’s strictly a boxer. A boxing match against Rampage would likely favor Jake, but stepping into the cage? That’s a whole different story. If Jake is serious about MMA, Rampage could be a smart, albeit risky, first opponent.

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.: The Most Likely Fight

Finally, we have Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., the former WBC middleweight champion and son of Mexican boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. Chavez Jr. hasn’t had the best career in recent years, but his family name still carries weight.

After Jake’s fight with Tyson, Chavez Jr. called him out on Instagram, saying:
“You say you can fight anyone you want… but you won’t fight someone who knows how to fight. It’s time, Jake.”

Why this fight makes sense: Chavez Jr. is skilled but beatable, which makes him an ideal opponent for Jake. Plus, the hype around Chavez’s legendary last name would draw huge attention. Chavez Jr. has even hinted that talks are already happening, making this fight the most likely to materialize.