Jake Paul to return to boxing on Christmas Eve in Dubai

Jake Paul will return to professional boxing on December 24 in Dubai, according to reports from UPI, Fox News, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. The Christmas Eve bout will be headlined by his promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, marking his first fight in the location. [1][2][3][4][5][6][9]

The fight will be Paul's first since he suffered a broken jaw during a loss against former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. UPI reported that the injury occurred on December 19 in Miami, leading to multiple surgeries, while the Daily Mail reported that he suffered a double broken jaw. [1][2][3][4][9]

Most Valuable Promotions has not yet confirmed an opponent for the event. The New York Post and the Daily Mail both report that talks have taken place regarding a potential fight with former UFC competitor Darren Till, while the New York Post adds that the promotion has also contacted Chris Eubank. [1][3][4]

Paul is an American professional boxer and internet personality who holds a record of 12 wins and two losses. Fox News reported that Paul previously stated that never boxing again was in the realm of possibility following his injury, though he has now chosen to proceed with his career comeback. [1][2][10][12]