Jake Paul recently agreed in principle to a rematch with Mike Perry, which could first take place in PFL and then in "Platinum's" new hybrid boxing promotion, Dirty Boxing Championship, at some point in the future.
"The Problem Child" delivered three knockdowns against the BKFC standout en route to sealing the victory with a relentless onslaught that resulted in a sixth-round TKO this past Saturday at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.
Paul was initially set to face boxing legend Mike Tyson on July 20. However, after "Iron Mike" suffered an ulcer flare-up during a flight in May and was declared medically unfit, Perry answered the call to compete on short notice.
During the lead-up to their bout, the YouTuber-turned-boxer expressed a keen interest in potentially facing "Platinum" in either MMA or a bare-knuckle fight, determined to prove that he could defeat the former UFC welterweight fighter in any discipline.
However, in an interview with Ariel Helwani earlier this month, Perry dismissed the notion that Paul would ever seriously consider removing the gloves and facing him in a bare-knuckle fight.
Perry is anticipated to make his comeback to BKFC unless the promotion's new co-owner, Conor McGregor, decides to act on his threat to fire him. Regardless, Perry's future looks promising in combat sports, and it's likely why Paul is eager for a rematch with him...
Paul Overlooks BKFC Fight with Perry Eyes PFL or Dirty Boxing Instead
"The Problem Child" recently took to X to shower Perry with praise for their boxing match, revealing that they have verbally agreed to a rematch under MMA rules in the PFL at an opportune moment.
Chopped it up with Mike Perry last night. What a stand-up dude. More confidence than most of these fighters. We agreed to run it in PFL when the time is right." Paul tweeted.
A fan commented on Paul's post, questioning why the 27-year-old Ohio native didn't consider fighting under bare-knuckle rules. Paul replied:
If I’m stepping out of boxing, it’s going to be PFL. After that, we can do Dirty Boxing @PlatinumPerry
In January 2023, Paul revealed that he had inked a deal with the PFL to compete in the special super-fight division. However, he has not yet to make his MMA debut, as his primary focus remains on his boxing career.