JAKE PAUL BLASTS 'SLUG' FANS OVER GERVONTA DAVIS FIX CONSPIRACY THEORIES

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Jake Paul is taking issue with fans and critics already, with conspiracy theories on his fight with Gervonta Davis already taking a foothold.

Meeting with WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis for the first time face-to-face overnight, Jake Paul shared the stage with the unbeaten puncher at a pre-fight press conference.

And slated to throw down, albeit in an exhibition match in November, the duo will compete over the course of 10 rounds.

However, amid much discourse on social media regarding the clash, Paul has hit back at critics who claim the fix is already in on his fight with the Baltimore star.

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Jake Paul addresses ‘slug’ fans over Gervonta Davis fix claims

As is par for the course when Paul enters the ring, many speculate the outcome of the clash is already weighed in the Ohio native’s favor.

Namely, Paul was accused of fixing his December win over Mike Tyson, as well as numerous fights in the past, notably against the likes of Ben Askren, as well as his rematch win over ex-UFC champion Tyron Woodley.

But with accusations once more leveled at Paul, the influencer has fired back, describing critics of him as “slugs”.

Reading tweets by these slugs saying Tank (Gervonta Davis) [is] going to take a dive… I’m really that f—— great that you all are making excuses already,” Paul posted on his X account.

“If I walk on water they will says (sic) it’s because I can’t swim.”

Jake Paul makes bold prediction for Gervonta Davis clash

Set to share the ring in ‘The Sunshine State’, Paul and Davis will duke it out in an exhibition showdown in Florida.

However, despite the nature of the pairing, Paul remains confident of turning in one of the biggest upsets in recent boxing history.

So much so, the former Disney Channel star launched his latest prediction, vowing to ditch the ruleset for these particular matchups.

- Ross Markey