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Jake Paul seeks Nate Diaz for MMA debut under MVP-PFL in 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:27 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Jake Paul seeks Nate Diaz for MMA debut under MVP-PFL in 2027

Summary

Jake Paul called out Nate Diaz to be his opponent for his MMA debut under the MVP-PFL banner, expected in early 2027. Paul previously defeated Diaz in boxing in 2023 and is eager to establish his prominence in MMA. Diaz, now 41, reportedly rejected a $15 million offer to fight Paul in summer 2024. Paul also emphasized ongoing talks for his boxing return, promising fans he will be back in the ring soon.

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Key Details

•Jake Paul wants to fight Nate Diaz in early 2027.
•Paul defeated Diaz in boxing in 2023.
•Diaz turned down a $15 million fight offer.
•Paul's boxing return is also in negotiations.
•The MVP-PFL merger aims to change combat sports.

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4:27 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Paul calls out Nate Diaz for MMA debut under MVP-PFL banner — ‘Stop ducking’

What they're saying

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Jake Paul wants Nate Diaz to be his opponent when “El Gallo” makes his cagefighting debut under the new MVP-PFL banner in early 2027. Probably because Diaz is 41 and held together by duct tape and Popsicle sticks. In addition, Paul already whooped Diaz in their DAZN boxing match in Dallas. Paul’s MMA debut was […]
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