Jake Paul Hears ‘Cricket’ From Floyd Mayweather After Commenting He’s ‘Too Easy’… ‘I’ll Knock You Out In 2 Rounds’
The boxing world is no stranger to verbal sparring, but Jake Paul’s recent comments about Floyd Mayweather Jr. have stirred up a storm that’s yet to see a response from the undefeated legend. In a fiery interview with FightHype on July 8, 2025, Jake Paul didn’t hold back, claiming Mayweather would be “too easy” to fight and boldly predicting he could knock out the 50-0 boxing icon in just two rounds. The provocative remarks came as Paul weighed in on a brewing feud between Mayweather and Roy Jones Jr., where he sided with Jones and criticized Mayweather’s trolling antics. Yet, as days turned into weeks, Paul’s taunts have been met with silence from Mayweather’s camp, leaving fans buzzing with speculation about whether this challenge will escalate into a blockbuster showdown.
Jake Paul, the YouTube star turned professional boxer, has built a career on defying expectations and courting controversy. With a record of 12 wins in 13 fights, including seven knockouts, Paul has transitioned from facing social media personalities to taking on seasoned fighters like Nate Diaz and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. His latest victory over a 58-year-old Mike Tyson in November 2024, streamed as Netflix’s first live sports event, drew massive viewership but also criticism for its lack of competitive edge. Despite the naysayers, Paul’s ability to generate attention is undeniable, and his recent comments about Mayweather seem calculated to keep him in the headlines.
The spark for Paul’s bold claim came from a feud that erupted when Roy Jones Jr., during a June 17 appearance on Andre Ward’s All The Smoke Fight podcast, suggested that Sugar Ray Leonard would have defeated Mayweather. Mayweather, now 48 and retired from professional boxing since 2017, responded by posting Instagram stories featuring clips of Jones being knocked out, a move many saw as petty. Paul, never one to shy away from the spotlight, jumped into the fray, telling FightHype, “Floyd’s too easy. I’d knock him out in two rounds.” He further criticized Mayweather for disrespecting Jones, a boxing legend, and aligned himself with Jones, stating, “Roy’s got heart, something we’ve never seen from Floyd.”
The boxing community is divided on Paul’s remarks. Some see it as audacious bravado from a fighter who has yet to face an opponent of Mayweather’s caliber. Mayweather, a five-division world champion, is renowned for his defensive mastery and unparalleled ring IQ, making Paul’s two-round knockout claim seem far-fetched to traditionalists. Others, however, view Paul’s trash-talking as a savvy move to bait Mayweather into an exhibition match that could shatter pay-per-view records. Since retiring, Mayweather has participated in eight exhibition bouts against opponents like Logan Paul, Tenshin Nasukawa, and John Gotti III, proving he’s not above lucrative, low-risk fights.
Paul’s comments also come at a time when Mayweather’s name is swirling in boxing circles. Reports from July 15, 2025, indicate that Mayweather may attend Manny Pacquiao’s upcoming fight against Mario Barrios in Las Vegas, with whispers of a potential rematch between the two legends. Boxing journalist Lance Pugmire quoted a source from Mayweather’s camp saying, “Conversations are already happening … if Manny wins, this [rematch] could be worth billions.” This development suggests Mayweather is still open to high-profile fights, but whether he’d entertain a bout with Paul remains uncertain. Paul’s claim of an easy knockout might be dismissed by Mayweather, who has a history of ignoring challengers he deems unworthy.
Despite the lack of response—“crickets,” as Paul put it—the social media star’s comments have kept him relevant in a sport often criticized for its fading star power. Paul has earned praise from unexpected corners, including Manny Pacquiao, who recently commended his passion for boxing, and even Mayweather himself, who compared Paul’s promotional flair to Muhammad Ali’s. However, Paul’s detractors, including UFC veteran Chael Sonnen, argue that his WBA cruiserweight ranking is undeserved, highlighting the tension between his influence and traditional boxing merits.
As the dust settles, the question remains: will Mayweather bite? A fight with Paul could be a financial windfall, but it risks tarnishing Mayweather’s perfect record and legacy. For now, Paul’s bold challenge hangs in the air, unanswered, fueling debates across social media and boxing forums. Whether it’s a genuine call-out or a publicity stunt, Jake Paul has once again proven he knows how to keep the boxing world talking.
