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  "publishedAt": "2026-02-07T11:29:39.000Z",
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  "textContent": "\n\n\nJake Paul is actively pursuing a blockbuster showdown with Canelo Alvarez as he recovers from the devastating knockout defeat to Anthony Joshua in December that left him with a jaw broken in four places.\n\nThe 29-year-old American, who required surgery to insert four titanium plates following the brutal loss, has been relentlessly contacting his co-promoter about securing the Mexican superstar as his next opponent.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nNakisa Bidarian, who co-founded Most Valuable Promotions with Paul, told The Sun: \"He keeps messaging me about wanting to fight Canelo.\n\n\"I keep saying to him, 'Let's just meet and discuss what the right path is.'\"\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nTRENDING\n\nStories\n\nVideos\n\nYour Say\n\nDespite his serious injury, Paul remains determined to continue his boxing career.\n\nThe YouTuber-turned-boxer opted to pit his wits against Joshua after Gervonta Davis was withdrawn from their planned exhibition following domestic abuse allegations.\n\nPaul had originally been preparing for the 5ft 5in fighter who competes at 135lb and would have entered the ring at around 160lb, leaving him woefully underprepared for Joshua.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nHis rehabilitation is progressing well, with Bidarian revealing: \"I saw some videos today where he was doing a training session in the gym, but the training session was chewing gum and doing different stuff with his chin, so I think he's doing well.\"\n\nThe American remains under medical suspension until cleared by a physician, but can resume sparring in June, potentially enabling an August return.\n\nPaul and Canelo came close to announcing a Cinco de Mayo bout in Las Vegas last year before the 35-year-old Mexican opted instead for a four-fight agreement with Saudi Arabia's Turki Alalshikh.\n\n### LATEST SPORTS NEWS:\n\n\n\n\n  * Ski jumpers speak out after astonishing claims men were 'injecting their genitals' at Winter Olympics\n  * Darts twist with Michael van Gerwen facing probe following Premier League win over Gian van Veen\n  * Harry Brook makes 'horrendous' admission with England star under investigation after nightclub incident\n\n\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nCanelo defeated William Scull in May but suffered a points loss to Terence Crawford in September, a result that has fuelled Paul's confidence.\n\nBidarian said: \"He called me about Canelo and Crawford in the past month and a half, and I was like, 'Dude, like come on, man. Let's just heal first.'\"\n\nPaul responded that while Crawford might currently be beyond his reach, he has Canelo's contact details and wants the fight.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nThe commercial potential is significant, with Canelo's massive Hispanic fanbase making it an attractive global crossover event.\n\nBidarian emphasised the importance of proper preparation time moving forward, noting there are numerous options depending on whether Paul prioritises title fights or major crossover events.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\"So I think now with the foresight of time we can plan it the right way with the right opponent and really fine tune his craft,\" he said.\n\nThe co-promoter was visiting London to unveil a partnership between MVP and Sky Sports, marking the broadcaster's return to boxing.\n\n###\n\n\n\n\nCaroline Dubois and Terri Harper will headline the first event on 5 April at the Olympia in Kensington.\n\nBidarian added: \"We're excited about the rest of 2026 and beyond. We've built a roster of UK champions, UK prospects, UK contenders.\"\n\n###\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**Our Standards:The GB News Editorial Charter **",
  "title": "Jake Paul targets huge fight for boxing return after Anthony Joshua broke his jaw in four places"
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