Former G-League basketball player LiAngelo Ball has thrown down the gauntlet to social media star and boxer Jake Paul, challenging him to a fight. However, there’s a catch: Ball has admitted he would need significant training before stepping into the ring.
During an episode of “The WAE Show” podcast, Ball expressed his interest in taking on Paul, especially if the payday is right. “For $20 million, I’m fighting in a month,” Ball said, though he later acknowledged that he might need five to six months of training to be ready.
LiAngelo Ball says he’s willing to fight Jake Paul if the money is right
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Ball, known for being part of the Ball family’s social media shows, and his time with teams like the Greensboro Swarm and Astros de Jalisco, has faced challenges breaking into the NBA. Despite this, he remains determined to pursue his basketball dreams while apparently also considering opportunities in boxing.
Jake Paul, who recently defeated boxing legend Mike Tyson, has been calling out big names in the boxing world, and Ball’s challenge adds to the excitement. While some may see this as a publicity stunt, it highlights the growing popularity of celebrity boxing matches and the massive paydays involved.
