As Jake Paul gets ready for his upcoming boxing match former UFC star Nate Diaz, check out the betting odds and current favourite
The controversial YouTube sensation turned professional boxer, will face Diaz in a high-stakes main event on August 5, 2023, in Dallas, Texas.
Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight 2023 odds and prediction
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The odds currently state Jake Paul as the clear favorite to win the upcoming bout against the veteran MMA star.
Betting odds and current favourite
Despite his recent split-decision loss to Tommy Fury earlier this year, the oddsmakers still favor him in the upcoming bout. The 24-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer earlier had an undefeated record, with notable wins against Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley.
Meanwhile, Nate Diaz is a UFC veteran who will be fighting his first boxing match. Diaz recently completed his UFC contract by submitting Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 in September last year. The southpaw has a range of striking skills and a gritty fighting style.
Since the fight is still several months away, the betting odds are still subject to heavy change. Given below are the current betting odds for the Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight with Jake Paul as the clear favorite.
| Fighters | Betting odds |
| Nate Diaz | +220 |
| Jake Paul | -280 |
Jake Paul MMA debut timeline
Paul who recently signed with the PFL will make his MMA debut this year. During a recent interview at the PFL 2 broadcast, Jake Paul revealed his MMA debut plans stating:
It’s looking like the end of 2023, you know? Maybe the beginning of 2024…”
The Problem Child” also revealed his new focus on training in jiu-jitsu and his return to his wrestling roots in the road to his preparations to enter the MMA world.
Paul admitted that he needs about a year or so to hone his skills before stepping into the octagon. He shared how he has been training in jiu-jitsu a little bit and also getting back to his wrestling roots. Paul shared that his main focus is on learning the kicks. He also shared his excitement of entering the MMA world with the PFL.
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