Tyson Pedro, the former UFC fighter, made a notable debut in professional boxing at the Nowhere To Run event, where he achieved a seventh-round knockout against the previously unbeaten Taimoor Khan. At 33 years old, Pedro’s impressive performance attracted significant attention, yet the pressing question remains about his future opponents.
After his victory, Pedro wasted no time in targeting a major name in the sport—Jake Paul, who recently secured a win against heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. Addressing the media post-fight, Pedro expressed his desire for a bout with Paul, stating, “Man, anyone who gets me closer to that title – but as well, I wouldn’t mind getting Jake Paul back for the Tyson’s.”
Pedro’s ambition is clear as he stated he’s eager to seize opportunities that could lead him closer to a belt. Paul, who has transitioned from social media fame to boxing prominence, remains a controversial figure but is nonetheless regarded as a significant draw in boxing.
Jeff Fenech, a boxing legend who was part of Pedro’s support team, enthusiastically endorsed the potential fight, predicting it would not last more than two rounds. Pedro, who previously held a 10-5 record in mixed martial arts, faces Paul, who boasts a record of 11 wins in 12 professional boxing matches.
The boxing community undoubtedly awaits the potential showdown, which could prove pivotal for both fighters’ careers.