Jake Paul’s promotion pays a heartfelt tribute following recent tragic events.
Last month, Paul was defeated by Anthony Joshua in a highly anticipated fight held at Miami’s Caseya Center, which was broadcast on Netflix. Concerns about Paul’s health surfaced after he suffered serious injuries in the knockout.
Plans for events after December 19 were delayed due to an accident that left Joshua seriously hurt during a visit to Nigeria. The former heavyweight champion’s two trainers, Latif Ayodele and Shina Gami, tragically died when their vehicle collided with a parked truck. Joshua’s driver has been charged with several offenses as the investigation continues.
In response, Jake Paul expressed his support for Joshua and those impacted and his promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), announced a tribute honoring Ayodele and Gami ahead of an upcoming event in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Their names will be displayed around the MVP logo in the center of the ring. MVP’s social media statement recognized the immense contributions of the two men to Joshua’s career and the promotion of the event.
MVP is gearing up for a major event on January 3, 2026, at Coliseo Robert Clemente. The headliner will feature Amanda Serrano defending her unified WBO and WBA featherweight titles against Reina Telles. The co-main event showcases former UFC champion Holly Holm challenging Stephanie Hung for the WBA lightweight belt. Additionally, Evannie Bridges will face Alexis Mones at 118 pounds.
Fan Take: This tribute by Jake Paul’s promotion highlights the close-knit nature of the fight community and the deep respect fighters have for their teams. Upcoming star-studded bouts like Serrano vs. Telles and Holm’s transition from UFC to boxing promise thrilling matchups that could attract new fans and elevate the sport’s profile.
