Never one to back down from a verbal spat, internet personality and professional boxer Logan Paul recently fired back at lightweight champion Ryan Garcia over what he deemed as a slander to his prime. The internet went abuzz as this unfolding drama added another layer to their riveting discourse.
Amassing a significant following due to his enormous online persona, Paul has taken several diversions in his career, with boxing proving to be a successful avenue. His transition from digital content creation to the ring has earned him a range of confrontations, both inside and outside the boxing sphere. The most recent of these being with Ryan Garcia, a veritable titan of the boxing world.
Garcia, nicknamed ‘The Flash,’ is a 20-time national champion and currently holds the WBC interim lightweight title. With an impressive knockout percentage and an even more remarkable social media following, he is arguably one of the biggest stars in the boxing circuit. His chiming in the online feud with the Paul brothers, Logan Paul and Jake Paul, has added an interesting dynamic to the already vibrant boxing scene.
Logan Paul’s comeback was aimed at the remarks made by Garcia, who questioned his potential in the boxing world. Previously stating “they’re not made for this, they’re not in their prime,” Garcia set the stage for an escalating online war of words. Paul’s retort indicated this affront was perceived as an outright dismissal of his capabilities.
“I am in my prime. I’m at an age where I believe I can compete with the best and hold my own,” Paul countered, showcasing his conviction. His standout performance against Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition match earlier this year seemingly validated his claim to a place within the boxing community. Although Mayweather – who holds an undefeated record – didn’t lose the match, Paul survived eight rounds against an 11- time, five-division world champion. This display fuelled his confidence as well as the intrigue of fans worldwide.
Continuing the dialogue, Garcia remarked on the Paul brothers’ thirst for fame and compared their boxing pursuits to the reality TV show, ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians.’ A comparison that led Paul to respond, clarifying the grounds on which he has taken up this combat sport. According to Logan Paul, his ventures in boxing are not publicity stunts but rather a test of his abilities.
The digital world has fused with the boxing fraternity in recent years, thanks to the likes of Logan and his younger brother Jake. Their polarizing characters have invited both admirers and critics, setting a precedent for digital celebrities to step out from their internet sanctuary onto the world’s biggest stages. Ryan Garcia’s commentary on Paul’s career adds another storyline to this evolving narrative.
Despite Garcia’s disparaging remarks, Logan Paul remains undeterred. He asserts that he’s not just another internet personality seeking fame through boxing, but someone who has gone through rigorous training and practices to compete in the professional arena.
While this oral jabbing may seem like a mere tit-for-tat exchange, it hints at a potential collaboration between the two down the road. The fusion of YouTube and boxing has opened up endless possibilities. Perhaps, they may share the ring one day? Only time will tell. Until then, all we can do is ‘Keep Up’ with this riveting saga between Logan Paul and Ryan Garcia.
