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Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven: Fans React with 'Jake Paul Could Beat Him' Backlash

11 июля 2026 г.Марат Зиганшин1 мин

Typically, Oleksandr Usyk's fight announcements are met with approval, but his latest potential bout has sparked an unexpected wave of criticism. Following Ring Magazine's report on a possible clash between Usyk and Rico Verhoeven, online comments swiftly converged on a surprising and persistent sentiment: "Jake Paul could defeat Verhoeven." This widespread reaction strongly implies a belief among fans that Verhoeven might be an underwhelming opponent for Usyk, with some even suggesting that Jake Paul, a celebrity boxer, would be capable of defeating him.