Jake Paul announced that he would be returning to the boxing ring on December 24th in Abu Dhabi. The opponent has yet to be announced.
The last time we saw Paul in the ring he fought Anthony Joshua in December 2025. In that fight, Joshua broke Paul’s jaw.
Paul will headline a Most Valuable Promotions card.
Jake Paul is BACK. Thursday, December 24th. Dubai, UAE.📍 A Christmas Eve Spectacle🍿🎄 ——— Thursday, December 24th Dubai, UAE #JakePaulReturns @VisitDubai @DubaiSC https://t.co/XqgVzEko7q
— MVP – Most Valuable Promotions (@MostVpromotions) October 29, 2026
The lack of an opponent at this point reflects the assumption, whether right or wrong, that Paul can carry a card on name recognition alone. It’s a bold move to hold a card at a time when people will be with their families and doing other activities aside from watching boxing. If you are optimistic, perhaps the slowdown during the holidays allow casual fans to watch Paul fight someone before opening the presents.
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