Jake Paul's next opponent will also be his former opponent.
Paul, the YouTube star-turned-prizefighter, will now fight former UFC champion Tyron Woodley in a boxing rematch Dec. 18 in Tampa, Florida, it was announced Monday. Tommy Fury, Paul's scheduled opponent, withdrew from the bout due to a "severe chest infection and broken rib," Fury's team said in a statement.
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There's plenty on the line for Fury, who steps into the ring looking to defend his unbeaten record against YouTube star Paul, who himself has gone undefeated since turning professional.
Fury remains the favourite, although Paul has been backed by some big names within the sport to spring an upset, and there will be plenty of interested viewers when the pair finally make their way to the ring.
The bout will be an eight-round affair, with a catchweight of 192lb – around the same weight Paul has fought since he turned professional last year.