Jake Paul scored a highlight-reel-worthy knockout against Andre August on Friday night.
Stepping into the squared circle for the ninth time in his professional boxing career, the ‘Problem Child’ looked to add a win over a “legitimate boxer” after making a name for himself competing against a series of past-their-prime MMA stars.
Paul began the bout looking light on his feet and leading with the left jab while August attempted to work the body. Taking notice of August’s tendency to duck under every time he moved into land a body blow, Paul teed up a booming right uppercut that caught August on the button and sent him crashing to the canvas with less than a minute to go in the opening round.
August climbed back to his feet but was unable to maintain his footing. The referee had no choice, but to call for the stoppage.
Official Result: Jake Paul def. Andre August via KO (uppercut) at 2:32 of Round 1.
Check Out Highlights From Jake Paul vs. Andre August at Most Valuable Prospects IV Below:
Jake Paul kept his promise to the fans and got the first round knockout. Waving goodnight to the dazed Andre August#PaulAugust pic.twitter.com/ivW4dZUrWz
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) December 16, 2023
He hit the snooze button
Ringside angle of the @jakepaul brutal first round knockout.
Did he silence the haters?
#PaulAugust pic.twitter.com/zMTXyDt15a
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) December 16, 2023
Landed 8 punches and is now on his way home
Did Paul prove he is here to stay after beating a pro boxer?#PaulAugust pic.twitter.com/dTXkXrFrto
— DAZN Boxing (@DAZNBoxing) December 16, 2023
