Chuck Liddell doesn’t see issues ending properly for Jake Paul in his upcoming boxing match.
The YouTube star returns to the ring on Oct. 29, as he takes on former UFC middleweight champion Anderson Silva in what’s simply his hardest check thus far. The 2 are set to compete in Phoenix in an eight-round bout at a catchweight of 187-pounds.
Like many, Liddell thinks it is a powerful matchup for Paul. He very a lot likes what he sees from Silva, even at 47 years of age.
“I believe it’s a harmful combat for (Jake),” Liddell informed Fight Hub TV. “I imply, he’s acquired nothing to lose – he’s preventing Anderson Silva.
“He’s acquired nothing to lose, however that’s harmful. Anderson continues to be highly effective, he’s nonetheless sharp, and he’s a striker. Jake had some good luck with guys that had been wrestlers that attempted to strike. … One factor is to have OK putting for MMA, however that’s as a result of you need to fear about them taking you down. Whenever you don’t have to fret about getting taken down, then it’s arduous to land these huge bombs. However Anderson, he’s a striker and has been concentrating on boxing. He seemed nice in his final couple of fights.”
Silva has seemed nice since leaving the UFC and switching to boxing. In 2021, Silva took a split decision from Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. after eight rounds after which knocked out fellow former UFC champion Tito Ortiz in just 1:22. Silva additionally seemed formidable in an exhibition bout towards Bruno Machado this previous Could.
Liddell thinks this bout gained’t go to choice and expects the Brazilian to have his hand raised ultimately.
“I believe he wins, I believe he knocks him out,” Liddell mentioned. “However hey, man, I’m to see it. Good luck to Jake. The child is preventing. He goes on the market and actually fights. It’s important to respect that.”
