Jake Paul Announces Boxing Return for December 24 in Dubai: Darren Till, Jorge Masvidal Among Possible Opponents
Jake Paul is officially returning to the boxing ring on December 24, 2026, in Dubai, nearly a year after suffering a devastating knockout loss and a broken jaw against former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua.
The YouTuber-turned-boxer, who currently holds a 13-2 record with 8 knockouts, will headline a Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) event on Christmas Eve, although his opponent has yet to be announced.
Several names have emerged as potential opponents, including former UFC stars Darren Till and Jorge Masvidal. Till appears to be a serious possibility, with MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian confirming that the former UFC title challenger is among the fighters being considered.
A rematch with Tommy Fury, the first man to defeat Paul professionally, has also been discussed. However, Fury is reportedly being linked to a separate Misfits Boxing appearance on December 5, potentially complicating a Christmas Eve matchup.
Meanwhile, former UFC heavyweight and kickboxing legend Alistair Overeem has been rumored for a possible appearance on the Dubai undercard, although his participation remains unconfirmed.
For Paul, the event represents an important comeback following his defeat to Joshua in December 2025, which left him with a fractured jaw requiring multiple surgeries. His next opponent could play a major role in determining the direction of his boxing career.
With MVP preparing a major event in Dubai, the opponent announcement remains the biggest unanswered question, while further details regarding the undercard, venue and broadcast platform are still to come.
