Jake Paul has taken a step in the right direction as a boxer with the announcement that he will meet 35-year-old Andre August in an eight-round cruiserweight bout on Dec. 15 in Orlando, Florida.
We must point out that August’s record is 10-1-1, and, let’s be honest, it is not very impressive. If August had a chance to win, he wouldn’t have been picked for the bout. The opposition August has faced has been less than impressive, with fighters making their pro debut and an opponent with a 1-1 record.
Records in boxing may look promising, but they are not reliable indicators of skill or potential. The fact that August has been chosen as an opponent for Jake Paul presents several positives.
On the other hand, eight fights into his pro career, Jake Paul has not faced a worthy opponent. It’s essential for his career that he starts facing boxers and pursuing the path towards greatness. Good for Paul for taking on this challenge, hoping he will prove he is serious about boxing.
