Who is Andre August? Know everything about Jake Paul’s next boxing opponent
Jake Paul's next opponent has everybody under confusion. Here is everything you need to know about Andre August
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Jake Paul will fight Andre August in December (via DAZN)
Jake Paul‘s selection of his next boxing opponent has taken everyone by surprise. It has added an unexpected twist to his upcoming match in Orlando, Florida, on December 15. Paul’s choice, Andre August, has raised eyebrows as he’s not a typical high-profile celebrity fighter.
Andre August is a professional boxer who is set to face Jake Paul in a boxing match. He hails from Beaumont, Texas, and made his boxing debut in 2013. August is relatively lesser-known in the world of professional boxing. His match against Jake Paul has garnered attention due to Jake Paul’s celebrity status in the sport.
In a press release from ‘Most Valuable Promotions’ (MVP), Paul shared his aspiration to become a world champion. He views Andre August as the next logical challenge on his path to greatness in the boxing world. For Paul, it’s no longer just about business; he revealed he is determined to gain invaluable experience by facing seasoned fighters inside the ring.
What is Jake Paul’s opponent, Andre August’s record?
Andre August is an American professional boxer currently ranked at #322 in the cruiserweight division according to BoxRec. Meanwhile, Paul holds the #199 spot. August is 5 foot 10 and slightly shorter than Paul’s billed height. August’s professional boxing journey began in 2013, primarily in Texas, and he has even competed in the light heavyweight division.
The 35-year-old has a record of 10-1-1. Those include five wins via knockout and one knockout loss. Jake has a record of 7 wins and one loss in his professional boxing career, with four wins by knockout. Notably, August’s record doesn’t feature any well-known opponents. This makes his upcoming eight-round fight against Paul a significant step in his career.
Andre August’s last fight
August’s most recent fight was in August, three months before the upcoming match. This was his first fight in almost four years. Andre handed Brandon Martin his first professional defeat. He won the match via unanimous decision.
Andre has also had success at the amateur level. He is a three-time regional Golden Gloves champion. The fight between Jake and Andre August is scheduled for December 15. The fight has garnered much attention, specifically due to Paul’s new opponent’s mystery and record. It contrasts the well-known celebrity fights fans have been accustomed to.
However, Jake’s last run-in with a professional boxer did not go well. Jake lost to Tommy Fury in a highly anticipated boxing match earlier this year. The bout ended with Tommy Fury winning by split decision, marking Jake Paul’s first loss in his professional boxing career. Following this loss, Paul mentioned that it made him reevaluate his approach and brought about changes in his career. Will these changes show in his fight against Andre August? Only time will tell.
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Andre August is 35-years-old.
Andre August is a professional boxer with a record of 10-1-1, with five of his wins coming by knockout.
The match between Jake Paul and Andre August is scheduled for December 15, 2023.
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