'One sparring session for 1.5 billion won' — Jawbone fractured, yet still unable to regain composure; 'Again' a surprise provocation: "You always say let's fight, but when the chance comes..."

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This is the immense wealth of a professional boxer who started as a YouTuber. Jake Paul (29) revealed that he made a massive offer for a sparring session with UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett (31), only to be rejected.

British outlet 'Talk Sport' reported on the 29th (Korean time) that "Paul recently proposed an unprecedented deal to Pimblett, offering 0.1 billion won (approximately 1.5 billion won) and a private jet to arrange a sparring session, but ultimately received no response."

In an interview with local media, Paul revealed, "I actually intended to send a private jet to Pimblett for sparring. I offered to pay him 0.1 billion won, but all I got back was complete silence."

Paul further criticized, "UFC fighters may claim they are ready to fight live on broadcast, but when the opportunity actually arises, they fail to follow through."

Paul's provocation even extended beyond Pimblett to UFC Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. After Topuria criticized Paul's boxing skills, Paul launched a series of sharp insults, stating, "A boxing match against Topuria would be nothing more than a warm-up for me. He is so short he can't even ride a roller coaster."

Paul, a professional boxer who began as a YouTuber, is known as a fighter who has earned astronomical profits. In December last year, Paul suffered serious injuries, including two fractured jawbones, in a heavyweight match against Olympic gold medalist Anthony Joshua. Yet, he reportedly earned a record-breaking fight purse of $92 million (approximately 137.8 billion won) from just that single bout. At the time, the total purse for both fighters reached a staggering £140 million (approximately 281.5 billion won).

However, Paul has been suffering from severe post-injury complications following his defeat. According to British outlets including 'The Sun', Paul underwent two major surgeries to stabilize his fractured jaw, which involved inserting two titanium plates and even removing some teeth.

His passion is immense. Despite his injuries, Paul, who is preparing to return, continues his bold moves. Paul stated, "I lasted longer against Joshua than Francis Ngannou," while also targeting Ngannou, expressing his willingness to face him.

Paul escalated his provocation, saying, "Ngannou knows I fought better than him. I want to put him in a state of unconsciousness." Currently, Paul's team is considering potential opponents such as Vidal Riley or Tommy Fury. However, Paul himself desires a return to the heavyweight division and a showdown with Ngannou.

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