Jake Paul defeats Nate Diaz by unanimous decision: Fight card, results & more
Instagram: Jake Paul / Instagram: natediaz209After years of back and forth online, Jake Paul and Nate Diaz finally collided inside the ring. The two fighters went toe-to-toe on Saturday, August 5. Here’s everything you need to know about the event.
Although Paul couldn’t secure a rematch against rival Tommy Fury after suffering his first boxing loss, he managed to lock in a fight with another former UFC fighter.
Having reached the end of his UFC contract last year, Nate Diaz, a free agent, set his sights on the boxing world. His very first professional contest in the sport comes against Jake Paul, a figure he’s certainly been vocal about in recent years.
Push finally come to shove on August 5. With the event now done and dusted, here’s everything you need to know about Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz.
Fight Card & Results
Here are the results from Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz event:
| Matchup | Winner | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz | Paul | Unanimous Decision |
| Amanda Serrano vs. Heather Hardy | Serrano | Unanimous Decision |
| Ashton Sylve vs. William Dos Santos Silva | Sylve | KO (R4) |
| Chris Avila vs. Jeremy Stephens | Avila | Unanimous Decision |
| Shadasia Green vs. Olivia Curry | Green | Unanimous Decision |
| Alan Sanchez vs. Angel Beltran Villa | Sanchez | Unanimous Decision |
Jake Paul defeats Nate Diaz by unanimous decision
Paul came out swinging in the early rounds, displaying an improved left hook that repeatedly landed on Diaz, known for his endurance and durability. It looked as though Paul was going to secure a first-round stoppage against the former UFC contender as Diaz was seemingly struggling to handle the pressure and heavy shots coming his way. However, Diaz survived the onslaught and made it through the round.
Paul showcased improvements not only in his left hook but also in his discipline and patience during the fight. He continued to land heavy shots in the following rounds, setting up what turned out to be an insurmountable advantage on the scorecards.
In the fifth round, Paul landed a powerful left hook that knocked Diaz down, and almost saw him faceplant as he attempted to regain his footing. Paul swarmed Diaz once the bout resumed, but Diaz withstood the punishment and survived.
Diaz, in his characteristic style, remained calm under pressure, delivering slow but constant punches that gradually gained momentum as the bout wore on. However, the heavier boxing gloves seemed to reduce the impact of Diaz’s strikes, a stark contrast from his UFC days. Diaz started to find his rhythm in the later rounds, landing some excellent uppercuts and displaying his renowned durability, but he had left it too late to turn the tide completely.
Round by round, Paul was in control for the majority of the fight, landing harder and cleaner punches. Despite Diaz’s tenacity, Paul’s consistency and superior power in his punches secured him the victory.
Official Result: Jake Paul def. Nate Diaz by unanimous decision (97-92, 98-91, 98-91).
When was Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz?
The Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight was on Saturday, August 5. The card kicked off at 9 PM ET / 2 AM BST, and the main event got underway at roughly 12 AM ET / 5 AM BST, where we finally saw Jake Paul and Nate Diaz go blow for blow.
How to watch Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz: DAZN PPV
In Paul’s most recent fight against Tommy Fury, the event was streamed live across ESPN+ PPV and BT Sport Box Office. However, this time around Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz will broadcast exclusively on DAZN via PPV in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Fans will need to buy a DAZN subscription in order to watch, and will also need to purchase the PPV pass, which will set you back $59.99 in the US, and £14.99 in the UK.
After purchasing a DAZN subscription, you’ll also be able to watch a full backlog of content across multiple sports that are already available on the streaming service.
For international viewers, the Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz PPV is available to purchase through FITE.tv. Prices may vary in your region.
For those looking to see the action live in person, the clash is locked in for Dallas, Texas, at the American Airlines Center. Fans can still purchase last-minute tickets via Ticketmaster.
While ‘The Problem Child’ touched gloves with Nate Diaz, his rival KSI is gearing up to ‘do what Jake Paul couldn’t’ as he aims to take down Tommy Fury on October 14 — to prove once and for all he’s the best influencer boxer on the scene.
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