Jake Paul is never one to shy away from a hot take, and this week he turned his fire on the boxing establishment itself. In a candid interview with Fight Hub TV, the social media star turned prizefighter labeled the sport "archaic" and called out a perceived lack of professionalism at its highest levels. His critique landed squarely in the middle of renewed buzz surrounding a potential 2026 rematch between legends Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.

As talks progress for that blockbuster September 2026 bout in Las Vegas—a sequel to their iconic 2015 showdown—Paul highlighted the frustrating negotiations that often stall major fights. He argued that the sport's image suffers when large egos and complex teams create unnecessary delays over minute details, ultimately hurting fighters and fans alike.

"The problem with boxing is people in the sport who aren’t professional," Paul stated. "And it makes us all look bad. It’s terrible, and it’s so archaic and old." He pointed to common sticking points in high-stakes negotiations, like disputes over glove types, ring size, and even footwear rules, suggesting these issues plague deals like the Mayweather-Pacquiao talks.

In a blunt summary of his frustration, Paul added, "It’s just, bro, stop being a bitch. Just fight. That is the problem with [the] sport. That’s probably what they are running into: a lack in professionalism." His comments underscore a growing sentiment among newer fans and fighters who crave the straightforward, high-stakes drama that made boxing legendary, without the behind-the-scenes gridlock.