Highlights:
- Heavyweight bout joins the Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis undercard
- Undercard lineup continues to grow with star power and history
- Fans anticipating a night full of unexpected matchups
- A spectacle that feels bigger than a typical fight night
There’s spectacle—and then there’s Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis. The Netflix-streamed boxing event might not be the purest form of combat sports we asked for, but hey, I’m watching. Between the celebrity crossover energy and real fighting pedigree, it’s shaping up to be one of those nights where chaos and curiosity share top billing.
The card was already eye-catching thanks to Alycia Baumgardner, the former undisputed super-featherweight world champion known for her power and precision. Now, the undercard just got even more unpredictable: Anderson Silva and Chris Weidman are stepping back into the ring—this time under boxing rules, and at heavyweight.
Silva, often regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, held the UFC middleweight title for a record 2,457 days with 10 consecutive defenses. His highlight-reel knockouts and effortless striking style made him a global star. Since leaving the UFC, Silva has found new life in the boxing ring—defeating Julio César Chávez Jr. and even going the distance with Jake Paul in 2022. Despite being 50, Silva’s timing, creativity, and fight IQ are solid.
Chris Weidman, meanwhile, is no stranger to Silva or history. The Long Island native famously ended Silva’s legendary title reign in 2013 with a shocking knockout, and then won the rematch after Silva suffered a gruesome leg injury. A former All-American wrestler turned world champion, Weidman built his career on discipline, toughness, and an underdog mentality. Though injuries have slowed his MMA journey, his decision to transition to boxing represents both a clean slate and a return to the fundamentals that once made him great.
Se Anderson Silva não tá no seu top 5 de todos os tempos, você não manja nada de MMA pic.twitter.com/XFeKo0Qbrt
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) October 16, 2025
Their six-round bout at heavyweight adds another layer of intrigue. Silva’s experience in striking could clash beautifully with Weidman’s forward pressure and resilience. It’s a matchup drenched in nostalgia yet unpredictable enough to feel brand new.
The Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis event has quickly evolved into a spectacle that fuses eras, sports, and storylines. Between Alycia Baumgardner’s championship pedigree, Silva’s chance for redemption, and the Paul vs. Davis main event, this card feels less like a boxing show and more like a cultural collision. And while it might not be what purists asked for, it’s absolutely what fans will be watching.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 16, 2025, where it first appeared in the Boxing section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
