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credit to the USA Today sportsJake Paul beat Nate Diaz on Saturday night at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The judges all agreed that Jake Paul had won.
Diaz, a big name in mixed martial arts (MMA) who was making his first professional boxing match, was the clear favorite of the sold-out crowd. But the cheers didn’t make much of a difference in the 10-round fight between Paul, who was 26, and Diaz, who was 38.
It got scores of 97-92, 98-91, and 98-91 from the judges.
Paul said he was sure he won the fight because he knocked Diaz down in the fifth round and thought Diaz only won one round. “Even though he is a warrior, right? I hurt him in the first round, but he kept coming at me, and no one else had taken that much damage before, “Paul told us.
Jake Paul beat Nate Diaz on Saturday night at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The judges all agreed that Jake Paul had won.
Diaz, a big name in mixed martial arts (MMA) who was making his first professional boxing match, was the clear favorite of the sold-out crowd. But the cheers didn’t make much of a difference in the 10-round fight between Paul, who was 26, and Diaz, who was 38.
It got scores of 97-92, 98-91, and 98-91 from the judges.
Paul said he was sure he won the fight because he knocked Diaz down in the fifth round and thought Diaz only won one round. “Even though he is a warrior, right? I hurt him in the first round, but he kept coming at me, and no one else had taken that much damage before, “Paul told us.
Paul also added to his list of wins against MMA fighters. He had already beaten Ben Askren with a knockout in the first round, Tyron Woodley by decision and a knockout in the sixth round, and Anderson Silva by a unanimous decision.
Diaz is now expected to return to the UFC, possibly to fight Conor McGregor for a third time.
“It’s hard. I wish I could have done and been better… But everything is fine,” Diaz said.
Paul also added to his list of wins against MMA fighters. He had already beaten Ben Askren with a knockout in the first round, Tyron Woodley by decision and a knockout in the sixth round, and Anderson Silva by a unanimous decision.
Diaz is now expected to return to the UFC, possibly to fight Conor McGregor for a third time.
“It’s hard. I wish I could have done and been better… But everything is fine,” Diaz said.
During an interview in the ring, Paul said, “Let’s run it back in MMA.” “Don’t be unfair. I won one, and now it’s your turn where you live. Let’s do it, MMA.”
After a few minutes, Diaz was asked if he wanted to do more boxing or mixed martial arts.
He said, “I’ll do either MMA or boxing.” “MMA sounds appealing. One went to (Paul), and I need to get one back. So I’m all for it.”
Paul said that the Professional Fighters League would pay the $10 million, but he didn’t say how the money would be paid out.
Paul also said he would like to fight Tommy Fury again. Fury beat Paul in a split decision, the YouTube star’s first loss as a professional boxer. Paul has had different trainers and strength and conditioning coaches since then.
He said about losing to Fury, “I’m going to try to get that back.” “I’m a different fighter now that I’m on this new team.”
Who won the fight with Jake Paul?
By a unanimous vote, Jake Paul beat Nate Diaz. Paul won by 97-92, 98-91, and 98-91.
Analysis of each round
round 1
Boxers are trying to figure things out. There’s nothing solid yet. Jake now makes two lefts. Nate is in pain. Now comes a whole bunch of blows. Nate was having trouble standing up. Jake didn’t give up. There is still a minute left in the round, and Nate is doing his best to stay on his feet. Nate throws a few punches. There was no snap to those blows. Nate was more likely to paw than punch. Jake gets 10 points, and Nate gets 9.
round 2
Nate starts rough, but they end up in a hold. Jake lands a couple of body shots while Nate still looks confused. Nate gets close and throws a few punches, but they haven’t done anything to Jake so far. At best, Nate can be called traditional. Jake gets a combination. Jake hits the head with a few hard blows. Nate is happy. Nate was punching Jake while leaning on him. Strange, but it works? Jake is 20, and Nate is 18.
round 3
Nate is making progress. Jake hits back with a good uppercut. Nate hits, but his blows don’t have much force. Nate was being mean to Jake. Then Jake hits him with a big blow to the head. Nate is still making progress. People yelled, “Diaz, Diaz!” Jake gives Nate another hard punch to the chin. Jake is now on his way to the body. Here, it’s hard to tell what Nate’s plan is. Jake is 30, and Nate is 27.
Part 4
Nate seems happy to get into a tight spot. Jake fought back with uppercuts. Nate gets over it. It seems unlikely that the punches don’t hurt. Nate is throwing more punches, but they aren’t landing well. Now, Nate throws a clean uppercut. Nate is putting some punches together. LANDS a big shot that knocks Jake off his feet. Jake is 39, and Nate is 37.
5th Round
At the start of this round, Jake looks stronger. Is Nate playing hard to get? Nate ran away all of a sudden. Will the 38-year-old MMA fighter start to slow down? Nate goes down after a big left hook!!! But he’s up and outnumbered. Jake was throwing big blows. Nate seems to be in trouble once more. Nate is grabbing Jake, and now he is throwing punches. Jake gives Nate a tongue-out. Again. Jake is 49, and Nate is 45.
6th Round
Jake’s first two shots are big. Nate lands a left, but again, it’s not very hard. Nate moves forward and throws several punches. But Jake doesn’t look hurt. Jake was by far the best boxer. Move to the cage for the last few rounds, perhaps? Jake got 59, and Nate got 54.
Round 7: Jake punches Nate again and again to wake him up. Getting ready to put him to bed? Jake looks like he’s in charge. Well, Nate can’t give up. Moving forward so that punches can land. Still making progress. Jake got 69, and Nate got 63.
8th Round
Diaz is putting pressure on Jake, but Jake is the one who is hitting harder. Nate’s punches don’t have any snap to them. But he’s getting closer. Still pumped up and rooting for Nate. Nate throws some uppercuts! Jake gives a straight right back. And a strong catch. Round is over, but Nate is still in Jake’s face! Jake got 78, and Nate got 73.
9th Round
Nate was looking alert. Feinting. The crowd started to chant again, “Diaz, Diaz!” Jake sends out two strong lefts. Not stepping back. Jake was attacking. But Nate is again moving forward. Jake was happy to take a step back and shoot. Nate made fun of Jake for stopping. Nate is giving it all he’s got! Follow Jake. But Jake doesn’t look upset. Jake got 88, and Nate got 82.
10th round
Nate knows he needs to win the fight. Jake comes at him while he’s talking to the crowd. Nate did the right thing. Jake took a step back. Nate tells him to come over. He seems to be trying to get Jake close so he can knock him out. Nate has him boxed in. Jake got hit! But the referee keeps them apart. Nate raises his arms in the air. But that won’t be a win for him. Jake got 98, and Nate got 91.