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Jake Paul's Anderson Silva fight made official for October hours after KSI plea

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Jake Paul has confirmed UFC legend Anderson Silva as his next opponent just hours after pleading with KSI for a YouTuber boxing showdown.The Problem Child, 25, will face Silva in an eight-round contest in Phoenix, Arizona on October 29, aiming to maintain his undefeated status since first taking to the professional circuit back in 2020.

Now vying for a hat-trick of MMA takedowns, Paul has already bested Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley in the ring, knocking out Askren inside the opening round.Now though, the American faces his most daunting task to date.

Silva holds the record for the longest UFC title reign, lasting 2,457 days defending the Middleweight belt.READ MORE: Tyson Fury confirms 60-40 Anthony Joshua offer and denies low-balling rivalHowever, it seems the Brazilian-born boxer wasn't Paul's no1 opponent choice, the YouTuber was vociferous in his desire to do battle with fellow online personality KSI, though an agreement was not forthcoming."Bulls*** aside, the PPV business ain’t easy.

Congrats to KSI and his boxing company, tweeted Paul earlier today (September 6). "Those are great numbers. The day we finally settle this, it will break the internet and do some big PPV numbers on Showtime.

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