Jake Paul announces return to boxing in Dubai on December 24, 2026

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Jake Paul announces return to boxing in Dubai on December 24, 2026
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Jake Paul will return to boxing on December 24, 2026, in Dubai after a year-long absence due to injury. He announced his comeback on social media, emphasizing his determination and hunger to compete again. The specific opponent for the bout has not yet been confirmed, although rumors suggest Darren Till may be a contender. Jake Paul's co-founder, Nakisa Bidarian, stated they are working to finalize an opponent and will provide updates in the coming weeks. Previous speculation has ruled out fights against Tommy Fury and Francis Ngannou.

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  • •Jake Paul returns to boxing on December 24, 2026.
  • •Event will take place in Dubai, UAE.
  • •Paul's last fight was delayed due to a broken jaw injury.
  • •Darren Till is rumored to be a potential opponent.
  • •Final opponent details to be announced in upcoming weeks.
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  • 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Paul’s return fight location & date announced
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After a year long absence, Jake Paul is finally coming back to boxing. After a year of staying on the sidelines following his broken jaw injury , Paul has now officially announced his comeback. In a recent post on social media, Paul announced that he would officially be returning to boxing in Dec. 2026. Jake Paul is now set to return to the ring on […] The post Jake Paul’s return fight location & date announced appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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