Jake Paul Threatens Legal Action Against Piers Morgan Over Fight Rigging Claims

Jake Paul recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., extending his professional boxing record to 12-1, but the win was met with boos and significant criticism from the boxing community and media figures. British TV host Piers Morgan harshly condemned the fight as a "boring staged farce" and accused Paul of "killing boxing" by fighting older, past-prime opponents, escalating tensions after Paul abruptly left Morgan's show during a heated interview. In response, Paul and his team, including business partner Nakisa Bidarian, have threatened legal action against Morgan and others who spread what they consider defamatory and irresponsible claims about the legitimacy of his boxing career. Bidarian emphasized that the bout was a fully sanctioned 10-round cruiserweight fight overseen by the California State Athletic Commission and defended the fight's legitimacy. Critics, including former boxing champion Vergil Ortiz Jr., continue to question Paul's choice of opponents and accuse him of staging fights, while Paul maintains he is simply working hard and earning his victories. The dispute highlights the ongoing division within the boxing world over Paul's role and impact on the sport.