Jake Paul has already lined up next opponent after Mike Tyson boxing match

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul will ace off with boxing legend Mike Tyson next month in a controversial fight

Jake Paul is set to discuss his MMA debut following his upcoming fight with Mike Tyson. The YouTuber will face off against the heavyweight boxing legend in Texas next month, in a delayed and contentious eight-round match.

Paul, who has a record of 10-1 in the ring, with his only loss being to Tommy Fury last year, will have a 30-year age advantage over Tyson when they meet on November 15. However, Paul also has plans to conquer the cage after signing with leading promotion PFL in 2022.

He could make his debut next year as he takes a break from his ambitious plan to become a boxing world champion. "I'm not sure if it's going to be his very next fight in combat sports but he will debut in 2025," PFL CEO Peter Murray told Mirror Fighting ahead of Francis Ngannou's return to MMA against Renan Ferreira.

"Look what Jake has proved in boxing; he's an incredible athlete, he's a pro boxer and he's taken on some legit opponents and he has blazed his own trail. He's going to do it the same way in MMA; he's all about being an advocate for athletes and blazing new trails so he's absolutely going to take on MMA and be as focused and dedicated as he is to boxing."

Paul has been vocal about seeking vengeance on Fury since he was bested by him in their bout in Saudi Arabia. The possibility of a rematch now looms potentially in the world of mixed martial arts, as Fury was seen training with UFC's Tom Aspinall recently, reports the Mirror.

Murray expressed optimism about the potential matchups, saying: "I believe [they could fight in PFL]; we'll see, there's a list and it keeps growing, that's what's exciting about it. There are a number of fighters who would like to be part of that debut so we will be talking to Jake after the Tyson fight."

The MMA community is buzzing with speculation about who Jake Paul might face if he transitions to mixed martial arts, with names like Nate Diazwho Paul bested in their boxing match last yearbeing floated as possible contenders. Despite rumours of a hefty $10 million (£7.7m) offer, Diaz appears to be eyeing a return to his former promotional home rather than an MMA bout with Paul.

Paul may also be gearing up for a third showdown with Tyron Woodley, whom he has already beaten twice in the ring. Additionally, there's talk of a bout with Jorge Masvidal, another UFC fighter currently on hiatus.

Before any of these fights can take shape, Paul is set to go toe-to-toe with Mike Tyson. Tyson's last official bout ended abruptly when he retired mid-fight against Kevin McBride in 2005.

However, Tyson did make a comeback for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, which ended in an underwhelming draw after eight rounds.