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PFL CEO indicates possibility of Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz bout in 2024, Internet says 'goodbye UFC'

2023-11-26 15:17
PFL's CEO Peter Murray confirmed talks for potential mega-fights in 2024: Francis Ngannou vs Deontay Wilder and Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz
PFL CEO indicates possibility of Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz bout in 2024, Internet says 'goodbye UFC'

CLEVELAND, OHIO: Lately, PFL has been busy building their roster by adding fighters who were formerly with Bellator and signing well-known stars like Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul.

The CEO of the company, Peter Murray, has now stated that they are working on arranging super-fights for their two superstars as the new year draws near.

Peter Murray confirms big fights in PFL for 2024

The news that Francis Ngannou vs Deontay Wilder and Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz Super Fights were being discussed for 2024 was first revealed on November 25, by @HappyPunch. The precise nature of the confrontations and their rule sets remain unknown, though.

"Francis Ngannou vs Deontay Wilder and Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz Super Fights in 2024 are in talks, PFL CEO Peter Murray confirms," the tweet read.

PFL has hinted at the possibility of Ngannou and Wilder fighting under mixed rules. 'The Predator' faced up against current heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in October and lost by controversial split decision.

The fight's most significant moment occurred when the Cameroonian submitted Fury in the third round.

In the interim, Jake Paul Paul has been urging an MMA bout with Nate Diaz for a long time. In their boxing match, "The Problem Child" prevailed over Diaz. Paul has been aiming to surpass Diaz in his own sport ever since.

Internet reacts to PFL CEO's statement

Many people on X/Twitter shared their views on the upcoming big fights. A user wrote, "Aint none of this happening," while one added, "Goodbye UFC in 2024. Enjoy your Budlights!"

Another user added, "Ngannou vs Wilder is a great match up We learned alot from that fury vs Ngannou fight Francis ain’t here to mess around," while one said, "I'll love see Francis in the ring again. I believe he'll win this time."

A user also mentioned, "Nate isn't fighting in Professional Bums League!"

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