Paul Promises Retirement If Doumbe Beats Him

Jake Paul has staked his boxing future on his upcoming fight with Cedric Doumbe, vowing to walk away from the sport if the former kickboxing champion beats him.

The YouTuber-turned-boxer told reporters he will retire if he suffers a loss to Doumbe when the two meet in a 10-round cruiserweight clash on December 24, as ESPN first reported. "I'll hang up the gloves," Paul reportedly said of a potential defeat.

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Paul's Career On The Line Against Doumbe

The bout represents a significant test for Paul, who faces a decorated kickboxer making the transition to professional boxing. Doumbe brings a lengthy combat sports résumé into the ring, though the matchup marks his first major boxing assignment at cruiserweight.

Paul has previously spoken about his long-term ambitions in boxing, but this is the first time he has attached a retirement clause to a single fight. The December 24 date gives both fighters just over a month to complete camp and make weight for the 10-round contest.

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• ESPN Boxing — Jake Paul promises to 'hang up the gloves' if he loses to Doumbe