Jake Paul to fight MMA star Cedric Doumbe

Jake Paul will return to the ring on December 24 in Dubai to face MMA fighter Cedric Doumbe in a professionally sanctioned eight-round cruiserweight bout, according to Most Valuable Promotions. Paul is returning a year after losing by knockout to Anthony Joshua, an injury that broke his jaw in two places and required surgery. The 29-year-old American has won 12 of his 14 professional fights since turning pro in 2020. Doumbe, born in Cameroon and French, is a former kickboxing world champion.