Jake Paul has continued his pattern of calling out MMA stars, recently setting his sights on UFC knockout artist Alex Pereira. After defeating ex-UFC fighter Mike Perry in July 2024, Paul suggested a boxing match with the former light heavyweight champion.
Pereira, known for his brutal power and wins over top names like Israel Adesanya and Jiri Prochazka, was quickly defended by fellow MMA powerhouse Francis Ngannou. During an interview on Paul’s podcast, Ngannou warned him against taking on “Poatan,” calling Pereira big, powerful, and dangerous.
“He’s solid and mean,” Ngannou said. “He walks straight to you like he’s going to eat you.”
