Jake Paul has officially confirmed that kickboxing champion Cedric Doumbe will serve as his opponent for his return to the boxing ring. The announcement, which confirms Paul's next sporting venture, locks in a high-profile clash scheduled to take place on Christmas Eve.
The selection of Doumbe provides Paul with an adversary holding the confirmed credentials of a kickboxing champion. By naming Doumbe as the chosen opponent, the upcoming boxing ring encounter pits Paul against an athlete established at championship level in kickboxing as the pair prepare to meet inside the ropes.
The event is set to be staged in Dubai, providing an international host destination for Paul's return to competitive boxing action. By scheduling the encounter for Christmas Eve, the fixture ensures that Dubai will serve as the backdrop during the festive calendar as Paul steps back inside the boxing ring.
As reported by Sky Sports following Paul's direct confirmation, the pieces are now formally in place for the festive fixture. With kickboxing champion Cedric Doumbe locked in as his opponent, Paul's scheduled return to the boxing ring in Dubai on Christmas Eve is officially set.