“El Gallo,” Jake Paul, will take on bareknuckle boxing savage, Mike Perry, in a gloved Cruiserweight boxing match TONIGHT (Sat., July 20, 2024) from inside Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.
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Paul was ready to leave boxing washed mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters behind. Seriously, mock it as much as it deserves, but Paul versus Mike Tyson live streaming on Netflix would’ve been a massive cultural event, the kind your family members who think UFC fighting equates to Chuck Liddell end up watching.
Oh well.
Instead, Tyson’s health issues have left Paul to turn to his backup option on a much smaller stage. “Platinum” was never going to be the the first choice: he’s a star only in combat sports circles, as well as an absolute junkyard dog of a brawler. Perry does not go down easily, and he’s sure to push the pace against his larger opponent in this match up.
Now, let’s analyze the betting odds and strategic keys for each athlete in greater detail.
Paul vs. Perry Betting Odds
- Jake Paul victory: -425
- Jake Paul is favored to win the fight by TKO, KO, or disqualification with odds of -125.
- Jake Paul via decision: +250
- Mike Perry victory: +300
- Mike Perry via TKO/KO/DQ: +450
- Mike Perry via decision: +1200
- Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook
How Paul Wins
Jake Paul has positioned himself for triumph by dedicating time and effort to maintain his physical fitness and hone his boxing abilities. However, he strategically enhances his chances by entering the ring as the younger and larger competitor.
The key factor here is the range. While Paul undeniably possesses strong hitting power and can cause harm to Perry, he should avoid engaging in close-quarter exchanges. Paul excels in brief interactions and, importantly, he holds notable advantages in terms of height and reach. Even in bare knuckle fights, we have witnessed Perry being trapped at a distance, compelled to make hasty advances and consequently exposing himself.
Paul possesses a powerful jab and exhibits excellent footwork. By utilizing a variety of jabs directed towards different parts of the body and constantly moving, he can effectively lure Perry into a vulnerable position, presenting an opportunity to land a significant right hand or uppercut counter. Even if the initial strike fails to incapacitate Perry, this strategy will still maintain Paul’s advantage in terms of scoring points.
How Perry Wins
Perry possesses the characteristics of a fierce creature. With an insatiable appetite for hardship, he wields immense strength in both hands and possesses the endurance and determination to engage in grueling battles. While Perry’s bare knuckle triumphs involve a degree of strategy, a significant portion of his success stems from his inherent cruelty and unwavering self-confidence.
Perry possesses the ability to overpower Paul using body-head combinations and a ferocious approach in confined spaces. However, the challenge lies in reaching that point. Perry’s average footwork and tall stance have never been his strong points when it comes to cornering opponents, but it is crucial to emphasize on improving this aspect in this situation.
Perry must employ feints as he moves forward, as concealing his bursts will make it harder for his opponent to counter. Additionally, Perry should utilize jabs in conjunction with Paul. Although Paul’s superior reach gives him an advantage in landing cleaner jabs, it does not imply that Perry should refrain from utilizing his longest weapon.
In general, the ultimate objectives of applying pressure and body work are evident. By locating Paul and subsequently wearing down his legs through attritional damage, Perry positions himself for a formidable conclusion to the fight.
Paul Vs. Perry Prediction
I want to pick the upset so badly. I’ve been a fan of Perry since his was an absolute wildcard on UFC “Prelims,” but my unfortunate read here is that Perry is not the better boxer and is facing a significant size disadvantage.
I anticipate that in a bareknuckle fight, Perry will likely cause severe damage to Paul’s teeth and ribs. However, even with MMA gloves, I believe the chances are in favor of “Platinum.” Unfortunately, Paul’s task is relatively straightforward in the world of boxing, and he possesses the necessary skills to carry out his gameplan. With his significant size advantage, he can effectively jab and move, which is not very challenging or exhausting against an opponent like Perry, who lacks extensive boxing experience. Additionally, Perry often leaves himself vulnerable when he lowers his head and aggressively swings forward.
I have confidence that Perry can seize a few opportunities and give Paul a tough challenge for the win, yet Paul will secure at least six rounds.
Prediction: Paul via decision (+250)
LIVE! Watch ‘Paul Vs. Perry’ On DAZN PPV
FEAR NO MAN! International superstar and serial risk-taker, Jake “El Gallo” Paul, returns to the squared circle on Sat., July 20, 2024, inside Amalie Arena in Tampa, Fla., attempting to tame his most dangerous opponent to date, bareknuckle boxing champion and former UFC star, “Platinum” Mike Perry, streaming live online via DAZN pay-per-view (PPV) globally. “Paul vs. Perry” is scheduled for eight, three-minute rounds at Cruiserweight (200 pounds), replacing Paul’s upcoming showdown with Mike Tyson on Netflix, which was postponed until November (here’s why). Meanwhile, in the “Fear No Man” PPV co-main event, women’s boxing trailblazer and unified Featherweight champion, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano, will battle Tampa’s Top 10-ranked IBF, WBO and WBA knockout artist, Stevie “Sledgehammer” Morgan. “Paul vs. Perry” start time is slated for 9 p.m. ET, with a PPV price tag of $64.99.
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