Boxing: Who are the most recognized influencers turned boxers right now?
Mia Morrison A recent trend in boxing has seen social media influencers and YouTubers go into the sport looking to try their luck, fighting against each other and also professional boxers.
Boxing can be very lucrative for successful boxers. Influencers with large followings can potentially generate a lot of revenue from pay-per-view sales, ticket sales, and sponsorships.
However, not all of them have been successful, with some failing and humiliating themselves in the ring, while others have done a good job fighting against professionals.
Jake Paul
Jake Paul is an American YouTuber, social media personality, and professional boxer.
He has over 20 million subscribers on YouTube and over 20 million followers on Instagram.
He has fought professionally four times, winning all four fights by knockout.
Logan Paul
Logan Paul is an American YouTuber, social media personality, and professional boxer, who happens to be brother to Jake Paul.
He has over 23 million subscribers on YouTube and over 23 million followers on Instagram, which is three million more than his brother on each platform.
He has fought professionally three, losing his first fight to KSI and winning his second fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in an exhibition match before also beating Dillon Danis.
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KSI
KSI is a British YouTuber, rapper, and professional boxer.
He has over 23 million subscribers on YouTube and over 12 million followers on Instagram.
He has fought professionally three times, winning all three fights and impressing many with his technique.
Austin McBroom
Austin McBroom is an American YouTuber, social media personality, and professional boxer.
He has over 19 million subscribers on YouTube and over 5 million followers on Instagram.
He has fought professionally twice, winning both fights by knockout, showing some remarkable power and strength.
Ryan Garcia
Ryan Garcia is an American professional boxer and social media influencer, with over 8 million followers on Instagram.
He is the current WBC lightweight champion and has made a name for himself in the world of boxing.
How being an influencer helps in boxing
These influencers have used their social media platforms to build large followings and generate interest in their boxing careers.
They have also used their platforms to promote their fights and sell tickets.
It is important to note that some people have criticized these influencers for turning to boxing, arguing that they are not real boxers and that they are only interested in making money.
However, others have defended the influencers, arguing that they are athletes who are passionate about boxing and that they are helping to bring new fans to the sport.
