Jake Paul opponent responds to fight rigging allegations after being knocked out
manchestereveningnews.co.ukFormer UFC welterweight champion, Tyron Woodley, has addressed allegations that he was paid to lose in his 2021 fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer, Jake Paul.
In their first encounter, the two stars battled it out until a decision was reached, with Paul emerging victorious. Four months later, Woodley stepped in at short notice for a rematch with the young American after Tommy Fury had to withdraw due to injury.
The rematch saw 'The Problem Child' secure a stunning knockout in the sixth round, eliminating the need for judges. Fans were left shocked when Woodley, who struggled in the first match, was knocked out by the former UFC champion. READ MORE: Anthony Joshua suspended from boxing after brutal Daniel Dubois defeat READ MORE: Tyson Fury's chances against Anthony Joshua conqueror Daniel Dubois rated by top trainer This second defeat to Paul marked the last time the ex-MMA star set foot in the boxing ring.
Woodley had turned to boxing after leaving the UFC following four consecutive losses to Kamaru Usman, Gilbert Burns, Colby Covington and Vicente Luque.
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