Jake Paul reveals his opponent for the Puerto Rico Fight Card

31 January 2024

Jake Paul, the social media sensation turned boxer, has revealed his next opponent in the boxing ring. On Tuesday, Paul confirmed that he will face Ryan Bourland in the co-main event of a boxing card scheduled for March 2 at El Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan. The highly anticipated event will be broadcast on DAZN.

Paul, with a record of 8-1, initially made waves in the combat sports world with a series of matchups against former UFC fighters, including notable victories over Ben Askren and Nate Diaz. He also secured two wins against former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley. Shifting his focus from mixed martial artists to professional boxers, Paul faced previously undefeated Andre August in December, delivering a first-round knockout.

Ryan Bourland, boasting a record of 17-2, enters the bout on a three-fight winning streak. His most recent victory came through a knockout against Santario Martin (4-6) on September 17, 2022.

The March 2 event, set to take place at El Coliseo de Puerto Rico, will be headlined by Amanda Serrano defending her IBF, WBO, and WBA featherweight titles against Nina Meinke. With the inclusion of Jake Paul's co-main event against Ryan Bourland, the fight card promises an evening filled with compelling matchups and high-stakes action.

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Jake Paul's transition from social media celebrity to a legitimate force in the boxing world continues to draw attention, and his upcoming clash with Ryan Bourland adds another chapter to his intriguing journey in the squared circle. Fans can anticipate an exciting night of boxing on March 2, with Paul and Bourland looking to make their mark in the sport.