Darren Till fires back at Jake Paul camp after being labelled an ‘interesting fight’
Darren Till has never been one to mince his words, and the former UFC title challenger made that clear once again after comments from Jake Paul’s inner circle sparked fresh boxing talk.
The controversy started when Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions and a key figure behind Jake Paul’s boxing career, suggested that Till could be an “interesting fight” for the YouTuber-turned-boxer. The remark quickly made its way across social media, and Till did not take kindly to it.
In a blunt response shared publicly, Darren Till shut the idea down emphatically. He stated that he is not an “interesting fight” and warned that he would “punch holes” in Jake Paul if the bout ever happened. Till also made it clear that his name should not be mentioned unless there is genuine intent to make the fight, framing the situation as a matter of respect rather than hype.
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The former UFC welterweight title challenger has been transitioning toward boxing since stepping away from the Octagon. Known for his striking pedigree and sharp boxing fundamentals, Till has consistently expressed interest in high-profile crossover fights, but only on his own terms. His response suggested frustration with what he sees as casual name-dropping to generate attention rather than serious negotiations.
Why this response changes the tone around a Jake Paul fight
Till’s comments significantly shift the narrative. Unlike many potential Jake Paul opponents who lean into the spectacle, Till positioned himself as a dangerous, legitimate threat rather than a novelty matchup. He even went as far as inviting contact if Paul’s team truly wanted the fight, reinforcing that he is open to it, but not as a marketing gimmick.
From Paul’s side, the appeal is obvious. Fighting a former UFC star with a big personality and a loyal fanbase fits the blueprint that has driven his boxing success so far. However, Till’s aggressive dismissal highlights a key difference: this would not be a carefully managed step-up, but a risky clash with a naturally gifted striker who believes he would dominate.
Whether the exchange leads to serious talks remains to be seen. For now, one thing is clear. Darren Till is not interested in being labelled “interesting.” He wants respect, real negotiations, and if those come, a fight that could be far more dangerous than Jake Paul’s previous outings.
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