Jake Paul is facing some criticism after experiencing a virtual knockout in a video game, despite previously being undefeated in real-life boxing. The video game in question, Undisputed, offers an immersive boxing experience that lets fans pit famous fighters against each other. Paul, who has a 84 rating in the game, drew attention when clips surfaced of him being knocked out by Roy Jones Jr., which he acknowledged with a light-hearted comment on social media.
The Cleveland native has shown enthusiasm for the game in the past, praising the developers for capturing his boxing style and swagger accurately. However, his rating, which places him above many professional boxers and former world champions, has sparked debate in the boxing community. Enzo Maccarinelli, a former world champion, criticized the game’s rating system, pointing out his lower score compared to Paul, questioning the fairness of the ratings given his own achievements in the sport.
The game also features other notable boxers like Joe Joyce, Caleb Plant, and Conor Benn with ratings below Paul’s, which could be seen as an attempt to highlight Paul’s influence in the influencer boxing scene and his significant role in shaping the sport. Some argue that the high rating reflects marketing strategies more than actual boxing skills, given Paul’s background as a YouTuber-turned-prizefighter. The discussion around Paul’s rating underscores a broader conversation about how boxing skills are valued and represented in gaming.