Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has given his thoughts on how a possible Jake Paul vs KSI boxing match would go.

The world of YouTube boxing has grown so extensively that it’s now pretty much part of the general boxing scene, and that says a lot about the growth of this niche area over the course of the last few years.

Two YouTubers who have been particularly influential, and have also been vocal about wanting to fight one another, are Jake Paul and KSI.

The pair have differing levels of experience in combat sports but as a result of the history they share with one another, fans can’t help but want to see them face off inside the squared circle.

Of course, it’s unlikely we’re going to see it anytime soon, but the imminent return of KSI to take on Alex Wassabi has certainly raised a few eyebrows regarding the feasibility of the match-up.

During a recent interview, Eddie Hearn gave his own thoughts on what could happen if the collision occurs.

“I think that’s a very easy fight for Jake Paul, at the level he’s been boxing at now, with what he’s been doing in the gym. 

“You know, he’s been doing this for like two years – consistently training, sparring, proving, he’s made a lot of improvements. 

“It’s a massive fight, but the problem is, when it comes down to ego and all that kind of stuff, the reality is it’s very unlikely that KSI would win that fight, so in your world – of that YouTube environment – how detrimental is it to KSI’s brand and career to lose to Jake Paul, versus the money that he would make in that fight? 

“He's probably gonna make £10 million for that fight.”

The history

While Jake Paul has been busy building a 5-0 pro boxing record, KSI has spent a lot of time focusing on building both his music career and his many business ventures.

However, the latter has had some experience in the ring, most notably in his two-fight series with Jake’s brother Logan Paul.

Following on from a draw in their amateur contest, KSI edged past ‘Maverick’ with a split decision win in Los Angeles back in November 2019.